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Dave LeClair

LinkedIn reportedly scanning thousands of browser extensions without user permission — here's what LinkedIn says

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There's a new report making waves alleging that LinkedIn employs hidden JavaScript code to meticulously scan users' browsers, specifically targeting and cataloging installed extensions.

The report, which is being dubbed "BrowserGate," further claims that the business social network identifies and focuses on extensions that directly compete with its own suite of sales tools. Ultimately, the claim says LinkedIn wants to subtly pressure users to switch over to its offerings.

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