https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unlisted-chrome-extensions-with-13m-installs-are-hijacking-search-queriesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unlisted-chrome-extensions-with-13m-installs-are-hijacking-search-querieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/unlisted-chrome-extensions-with-13m-installs-are-hijacking-search-queries#u168638Sun, 01 Nov 2026 16:35:57 +0000A massive security threat has impacted millions of web users as 319 unlisted Chrome extensions were caught quietly hijacking default search settings. Socket discovered the malicious campaign, which reroutes user search queries through hidden proxies and operator servers to generate referral revenue. These suspicious browser add-ons managed to accumulate 13.4 million installations while performing basic or minimal utility tasks, often operating without requiring any sensitive permissions from the user. Security researchers warn that this campaign escalates from simple adware into a legitimate p