Browser extensions stories
Island adds browser AI controls to AWS Security Hub
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firewalls
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data protection
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digital transformation
Island brings browser-based security and AI governance tools to AWS Security Hub Extended, offering unified buying, billing and support.
AI-fuelled supply chain cyber attacks surge in Asia-Pacific
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
AI is supercharging supply chain cyber attacks across Asia-Pacific, with Group-IB warning single hacks now threaten thousands of victims.
Bitdefender warns OpenClaw AI skills rife with malware
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Bitdefender says 17% of OpenClaw AI skills act maliciously, with crypto-focused tools spreading macOS infostealers into corporate networks.
cside unveils toolkit to spot AI agents in browsers
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devops
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digital transformation
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martech
cside launches browser-based AI Agent Detection toolkit, helping businesses spot agentic traffic and tailor site experiences in real time.
Rakuten drops Honey extension amid affiliate fraud row
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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martech
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payment technologies
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e-commerce
PayPal-owned Honey is dropped by Rakuten's ad network, cutting it off from 2,000 merchants amid claims of affiliate fraud and link theft.
SquareX warns browser flaws now key threat to firms
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
SquareX research finds fundamental flaws in browsers and AI tools, warning they have become attackers' main route into corporate networks.
Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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vpns
Softonic issues festive-season guide warning of rising scams in fake shops, apps and delivery messages as online bargain hunting surges.
Wipro Ventures backs SquareX to boost enterprise browser security
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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hybrid & remote work
Wipro Ventures invests in SquareX to enhance browser security, addressing rising cyber threats with innovative detection and response technology.
Hidden API in Comet AI browser exposes users to device takeovers
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chrome
A hidden API in the Comet AI browser can let extensions execute commands and seize control of users' devices, raising serious security concerns.
SquareX wins SINET16 Innovator Award for browser security
Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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genai
SquareX wins the 2025 SINET16 Innovator Award for its pioneering browser security solution protecting organisations from advanced web-based cyber threats.
Exclusive: John Carse on why the browser is the new cyber battleground
Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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cybersecurity
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online safety
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browser extensions
SquareX's Field CISO explains how extension-based browser security offers superior protection against evolving digital threats and cyberattacks.
AI browsers like ChatGPT Atlas raise new privacy & security fears
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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ransomware
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ai security
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data privacy
Security experts warn new AI browsers like OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas pose serious privacy, safety and data risks amid growing adoption and emerging vulnerabilities.
AI sidebar spoofing attack exploits trust in browser extensions
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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cybersecurity
SquareX reveals AI sidebar spoofing attacks via malicious browser extensions tricking users into revealing credentials across top browsers like Edge and Safari.
SquareX wins top browser security solution award for 2025
Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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mdm
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application security
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casb
SquareX has won the 2025 Browser Security Solution of the Year award for its innovative platform that protects enterprises from complex browser threats.
Cyberattacks exploit AI tools, deepfakes & critical software flaws
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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casb
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iam
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risk & compliance
Cyberattackers exploit AI tools, deepfakes and software flaws like Chrome extensions and Redis to breach enterprise systems and threaten executives.
Browser flaw exposes passkey authentication to hijacking risk
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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saas
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data protection
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biometrics
A browser flaw risks hijacking passkey authentication, threatening access to banking, shopping and SaaS accounts despite passkeys' security promise.
SquareX launches open-source toolkits to defend browsers
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
SquareX launches two open-source toolkits to help security teams simulate and defend against browser-based attacks that evade traditional enterprise defences.
SquareX to unveil browser, passkey flaws at Black Hat, DEF CON
Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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application security
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physical security
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devsecops
SquareX will reveal new browser security and passkey vulnerabilities at Black Hat USA and DEF CON 33, highlighting critical gaps in current protections.
Browser DevTools' gaps leave millions exposed to threats
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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software development
Millions remain at risk due to browser DevTools' inability to effectively detect malicious extensions, warns SquareX amid rising cyber threats.
SquareX names Steve Mullett to drive enterprise sales growth
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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saas
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dlp
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cybersecurity
SquareX appoints Steve Mullett as Vice President of Sales to lead enterprise growth, leveraging his 17 years' experience in SaaS and cybersecurity sectors.