SquareX Discloses Architectural Limitations of Browser DevTools in Debugging Malicious Extensions

SquareX Discloses Architectural Limitations of Browser DevTools in Debugging Malicious Extensions

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SquareX Discloses Architectural Limitations Of Browser DevTools In Debugging Malicious Extensions

Palo Alto, California, July 29th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Despite the expanding use of browser extensions, the majority of enterprises and individuals still rely on labels such as “Verified” and “Chrome Featured” provided by extension stores as a security indicator. The recent Geco Colorpick case exemplifies how these certifications provide nothing more than a false sense of […] The post SquareX Discloses Architectural Limitations Of Browser DevTool…

Browser DevTools’ gaps leave millions exposed to threats

Millions remain at risk due to browser DevTools’ inability to effectively detect malicious extensions, warns SquareX amid rising cyber threats.

Browser security tools struggle to detect malicious extensions

Despite the expanding use of browser extensions, the majority of enterprises and individuals still rely on labels such as ‘Verified’ and ‘Chrome Featured’ provided by extension stores as a security indicator. However, new research from SquareX points up architectural flaws in how browser security tools work which mean they’re unable to detect or prevent the latest advancements in malicious browser extension attacks. “Aside from the fact that tho…