(Author - Kritika Gaur)
Google recently shared some exciting news about its upcoming Chrome 117 web browser version. A smart feature will be added that lets you know when apps you've added to Chrome are taken down from chrome web store. This helps keep you safe by telling you if an app gets removed because an extension is unpublished, violates store policies, or is flagged as malware and is harmful. You'll see a special section in the browser settings where these apps will be shown. You can then choose to remove them or ignore the warning. Bad apps will be turned off automatically, just like before.
Also, Google a feature where a click on website link that starts with "http," will be automatically made secure by changing it to "https." This makes browsing safer. Starting in the middle of September 2023, if you try to download risky files from unsafe connections, Google will give you a warning to help you avoid getting viruses or bad stuff on your device.
Impact
These features will be game changer and deliver the basic security hygiene to assist you in more secure browsing and downloads by default. And they're thinking about using strong encryption that's extra safe against new types of attacks. All these changes are like adding extra locks to your online doors to keep you and your information safe. Recently, there had been instances of malicious extension downloads used by threat actors. For instance, RILIDE Stealer, a malicious software, has recently evolved to target the Chrome Extension Manifest V3, posing a serious cybersecurity threat. This stealer is previously known for targeting web browsers and is now modeled to exploit vulnerabilities in the latest version of Chrome extensions. By exploiting these extensions, RILIDE Stealer is attempting steal sensitive user data and credentials, potentially affecting millions of users. Read more - https://www.crac-learning.com/post/beware-of-compromised-browser-extensions
Recommendations
So, remember to pay attention to the alerts about removed apps to stay safe.
Use secure connections whenever you can, and be careful about downloading things from unsafe places.
Keep your software and browser up to date, as updates often include security patches.
Be cautious while downloading extensions, and only use trusted sources from reputable developers.
Avoid clicking on suspicious links or downloading files from unknown sources.
Use robust antivirus and anti-malware software to detect and prevent potential threats.
Enable two-factor authentication for critical accounts to add an extra layer of security
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