Hackers have targeted Google Chrome users in a frightening 2FA bypass attack with dozens of extensions compromised with malicious code—here’s what we know so far.

New details have emerged about a phishing campaign targeting Chrome browser extension developers that led to the compromise of at least thirty-five extensions to inject data-stealing code, including those from cybersecurity firm Cyberhaven.

The attack began after a hacker successfully targeted a Cyberhaven employee via a phishing email that was sent to Chrome extension developers. The employee, believing the email was an official Google contact, clicked the email and input their login credentials on the phishing page.

A new attack campaign has targeted known Chrome browser extensions, leading to at least 35 extensions being compromised and exposing over 2.6 million users to data exposure and credential theft.

As reported by The Hacker News, a dangerous new campaign targeting browser extensions has been spotted online. So far, at least 16 extensions have been compromised, with over 600,000 Chrome users now at risk of exposing their browsing data and account credentials online.

A hacker phished a Cyberhaven employee to upload a malicious version of the company's Chrome extension, but it may not be the only victim.

The publishers of browser extensions on the Google Chrome Web Store were reportedly targeted via a phishing campaign.

A significant breach of popular Google Chrome extensions, including Cyberhaven, has exposed sensitive user data. Learn how the attack unfolded and how to secure your browser.

Multiple Chrome browser extensions have been hijacked by hackers in recent months to steal data from their users.

Cyberhaven has confirmed its Google Chrome extension was the subject of a Christmas Eve cyberattack, exposing sensitive customer data like passwords and session tokens. In a statement, the data loss prevention company noted the attack showed signs of being part of a “wider campaign” to target other companies,