Cybersecurity
Chrome Store Hosts 'Poper Blocker' Spyware Downloaded by Millions
A purported ad-blocker exfiltrates reams of sensitive information, and benefits from having Google's stamp of approval despite researcher warnings.
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A fake ad‑blocker listed in the Chrome Store was found to exfiltrate large amounts of sensitive data while still displaying Google’s approval badge, despite warnings from researchers.
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