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Firefox Users Warned: 8 Malicious Extensions Removed for Stealing Data and Hijacking Sessions

Delete These Now: Mozilla Bans 8 Firefox Extensions Linked to Privacy Breaches

by The Daily Desk
July 9, 2025
in Browser Security, Cybercrime Awareness, Cybersecurity & Digital Safety, Online Safety, Tech Industry News, Technology
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Eight Harmful Firefox Add-ons Discovered

Mozilla Firefox users are being urged to delete a set of eight browser extensions after cybersecurity researchers revealed they could seriously compromise user privacy and security.

The discovery, made public in a July 4 report by the Socket Threat Research Team, highlights how these add-ons were capable of:

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  • Redirecting users to scam websites
  • Hijacking sessions to earn affiliate commissions
  • Tracking activity through hidden iframes
  • Stealing authentication tokens

These actions could give hackers unauthorized access to sensitive user data and browsing sessions—especially troubling for users who trust Firefox for its privacy-first reputation.

Research Confirms Broader Browser Threat

“While our investigation focuses on Firefox extensions,” said Kush Pandya, a security engineer with the Socket Threat Research Team, “these threats span the entire browser ecosystem.”

Browser extensions are a well-known attack vector for cybercriminals. While developers and browser vendors try to limit exposure through security measures and regular reviews, malicious code can still slip through—particularly in third-party add-ons.

Mozilla Responds Swiftly to Contain Threat

In response to the report, Mozilla confirmed it had identified and removed the offending extensions. The company’s Firefox Add-ons team reviewed each flagged add-on, determined they violated policy, and took what it described as “appropriate action.”

A Mozilla spokesperson stated the affected extensions had reached only a “very small number of users”, but the risk warranted immediate takedown and further scrutiny.

“We disable extensions that compromise user safety or privacy, or violate our policies,” the spokesperson said. “Our Firefox Add-ons team manually reviews featured extensions and continuously works to enhance our malicious add-on detection systems.”

What Firefox Users Should Do Now

Mozilla is advising all Firefox users to take extra precautions when installing extensions. Since most browser add-ons are developed by third parties, the company recommends:

  • Checking reviews and ratings before installation
  • Avoiding extensions that request unnecessary permissions
  • Reporting any suspicious add-ons for review

If you’ve recently installed any unfamiliar extensions or noticed unusual browser behavior, it’s wise to audit your add-ons immediately. Go to your Firefox settings and disable or remove anything that looks out of place.

How to Spot a Dangerous Extension

Here are a few red flags to watch out for when choosing browser extensions:

  • The extension asks for broad access, like full browsing history or data on all websites
  • It has low ratings or no user reviews
  • The extension description is vague, poorly written, or missing entirely
  • It redirects you to unfamiliar websites or injects popups into pages
  • You see a sudden spike in CPU usage or browser crashes

If something feels off, trust your instincts—better safe than sorry.

Bottom Line: Stay Vigilant

This latest incident underscores an ongoing truth in cybersecurity: No browser is completely immune, not even privacy-focused ones like Firefox.

Regular users, especially those who rely on extensions for added functionality, should remain cautious, keep their software up to date, and report anything suspicious—not just for their own safety, but for the wider community.

Source: Forbes – Firefox Security Alert — Delete These Extensions Now

 

The Daily Desk

The Daily Desk

J News is a freelance editor and contributor at The Daily Desk, focusing on politics, media, and the shifting dynamics of public discourse. With a decade of experience in digital journalism, Jordan brings clarity and precision to every story.

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