16 August 2011

Chromebook security in question due to flawed Google Chrome extensions | #hackers #cybersecurity #infosec

Published: 3 Aug 2011

LAS VEGAS -- Flaws in Google Chrome extensionscould enable attackers to steal account credentials, hijack browser sessions and virtually take over a victim's computer without their knowledge, according to two researchers at WhiteHat Security Inc. They say the flaws jeopardize Chromebook security. Chromebook, the new Web-based laptop/netbook platform based on the Google Chrome OS, relies on extensions for its functionality.  

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