Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome extensions that contained malware were downloaded by around three million people, according to a report from Avast. Avast researchers said they managed to identify around 28 extensions on Chrome and Edge that were infected with malware. In most cases, these add-ons (browser extensions) have been charged for making it easier to download images, videos, or other content from social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, and Vimeo. The malware in the extensions, according to reports, redirected users to advertisements or phishing sites and stole their…

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