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Technology
Anthony Spadafora

Chrome and Edge users infected with malicious browser extensions that steal your personal data — what to do now

And image of the Google Chrome logo on a laptop.

Hackers are using malicious browser extensions to infect both Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge with dangerous malware that can steal your personal data and leave your computer at risk of further attacks.

As reported by The Hacker News, this recently discovered malware campaign has been active since 2021 and so far, at least 300,000 Chrome and Edge users have fallen victim to it.

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