Firefox: Dozens of Fake Wallet Extensions Steal Crypto
Firefox faces dozens of fake wallet extensions tied to crypto-stealing malware, exposing users to extension-based crypto theft and wallet security risks.
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Firefox users face dozens of counterfeit wallet extensions that deliver crypto-stealing malware, according to a report from Decrypt. The malicious add-ons target browser-based crypto storage and drain funds directly from connected wallets. Security researchers flagged the extensions for mimicking legitimate tools while embedding code that exfiltrates private keys. This incident highlights rising extension-based crypto theft and malware targeting browsers as attackers shift focus from exchanges to individual crypto wallet security setups.
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