Security News

Firefox axes add-ons, developer pushes back
2018-08-20 11:12

Mozilla has wiped 23 extensions from its directory of Firefox browser add-ons after finding what it says were inappropriate functions in the code.

Firefox users beware: This popular add-on could steal your browsing history
2018-08-16 15:41

A Mozilla-endorsed security plugin, with 220,000+ installs, is collecting and logging users' activity, and it's still available for download.

How to block cryptojacking in the Firefox browser
2018-08-01 17:55

If you're concerned about Firefox being hijacked for cryptomining, Jack Wallen shows you how a simple add-on avoids it.

How to block cryptojacking in Firefox
2018-08-01 17:16

Jack Wallen of TechRepublic walks you through how to install the add-on Mining Blocker, which prevents you from being a victim of cryptomining.

Mozilla still working on Firefox’s site isolation security revamp
2018-08-01 11:18

Mozilla’s Firefox browser doesn’t have site isolation security yet, but plans to enable it are in the works.

How to add a trusted CA certificate to Chrome and Firefox
2018-07-25 23:19

This detailed walk-through explains a variety of approaches to adding a trusted certificate authority to the Chrome and Firefox browsers.

How to install and use the Avast Online Security extension in Firefox
2018-07-06 16:16

If you use the Firefox browser, you might want to include a handy extension from Avast that helps protect you from phishing and malware sites.

Chrome and Firefox pull history-stealing browser extension
2018-07-06 13:47

An extension used by about two million people has been pulled by Chrome and Firefox after it was found exfiltrating browsing data.

Chrome, Firefox pull invasive browser extension
2018-07-05 01:04

'Stylish' add-on made sites look pretty, but did ugly data slurpage Firefox and Chrome have removed a browser extension from their stores following revelations it was phoning home with users'...

Mozilla Announces Firefox Monitor Tool Testing, Firefox 61
2018-06-26 21:51

Mozilla is testing a new tool that securely checks to see if users’ accounts have been hacked.