About Media Extensions

Media browser extensions are tools that enhance the way users view, download, or manage audio and video content while browsing the web. They can enable features like video downloading, ad blocking, playback speed control, or media casting. Many of these extensions are customizable, allowing users to personalize their media experience based on content preferences. While media extensions can greatly improve convenience and entertainment value, they may pose privacy and security risks by accessing user data or interacting with untrusted media sources.

Security Risks of Media Extensions

• Content Exposure: Risk of exposing private content during capture or sharing
• Data Theft: Unauthorized access to the camera, microphone, or screen can be misused to record the user and sensitive conversations
• Malicious Extensions: Compromised extensions inject malware to steal personal data
• Unsecured Transmission: Shared media files may be intercepted if not encrypted, risking data theft