Is ext.to dangerous? It caused librewolf to ask for firewall permissions
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Is ext.to dangerous? It caused librewolf to ask for firewall permissions

I’ve never seen any website cause a firewall permission request

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Malicious javascript seeks to bypass security controls. It’s one of the reasons NoScript is a thing. It could be a malware loaded from an ad. Biggest reason for adblockers imo.

Check out this link for learning about this stuff.

https://heimdalsecurity.com/blog/javascript-malware-explained/

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I’ve read that article. It is complete garbage and doesn’t explain anything at all. It’s just standard cookie cutter fear mongering to sell some random antivirus software.

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That article is for lay-persons and really an awareness article I surmise. If you’re technical you are likely already aware of the security concerns with jacascript.

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