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Malicious ‘Sleeper Agent’ Browser Extensions Infected 1.5 Million Users Globally


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2025-06-04 14:17:18
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LayerX, a cybersecurity firm, has uncovered a sophisticated network of malicious browser extensions, dubbed “sleeper agents,” that are currently installed on nearly 1.5 million devices worldwide. These extensions, masquerading as legitimate in-browser sound management tools, are built on a shared codebase and infrastructure, indicating a coordinated effort by a single developer or group. Despite their […]


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