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Socket Finds 19 Malicious Browser Extensions Stealing Ethereum (ETH) Wallet Secrets

COINOTAG·August 28, 2026·1 min read
Socket Finds 19 Malicious Browser Extensions Stealing Ethereum (ETH) Wallet Secrets

Security firm Socket uncovered 19 malicious Chrome and Edge extensions stealing crypto wallet secrets. Chrome removed the malicious copies, but the Edge variant remained live. Users are advised to check their extensions and revoke permissions to protect their Ethereum and other assets.

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