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Browser Extension Audit
Every browser extension can read your visible pages. Delete what you haven't used in 30 days.
Goal
Reduce attack surface and data leak from forgotten extensions.
Steps
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Open chrome://extensions or equivalent. Count extensions.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Browser faster, lower memory use.
Evidence base
School: Browser Security
Founders: Google Security Team · Mozilla (2020)
Google & Mozilla studies 2020-2022 show hundreds of malicious extensions discovered yearly. Each extension carries "read all activity" permissions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Browser Extension Audit" take?
This exercise takes about 20 minutes, practiced solo in a Action format.
When will I notice the effect of "Browser Extension Audit"?
Browser faster, lower memory use. In the short term: Odds of your covert data sale drop significantly.
Is "Browser Extension Audit" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Browser Security (Google Security Team, Mozilla (2020)). Google & Mozilla studies 2020-2022 show hundreds of malicious extensions discovered yearly. Each extension carries "read all activity" permissions.
Is "Browser Extension Audit" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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