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Smarter Surf

ID: memphdggpanlfjpkigbhjpfhfjkeaebh

Could be malicious

Supported Languages

🇺🇸English

Extension Info & Metadata

Status

Removed

Version

2.1

Size

0.01 MB

Rating

4.8/5

Reviews

Users

30,000

Type

Extension

Updated

Jun 23, 2023

Publisher Contextual Analysis

Author: https://smarter-surf.comView Profile
MX records exist: Yes
Domain exists: Yes
Is disposable: No
Is role-based: No
Mailbox exists: Yes
Website: Visit

Total Extensions

Active

Obsolete

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Unlisted

Total Users

30,000

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Smarter Surf: Unleash the power of alternative searches when websites vanish. Never hit a dead end again!

Introducing Smarter Surf: the all-in-one browsing companion that enhances your search experience, provides error reporting, and delivers insightful website statistics. With Smarter Surf, you can truly elevate your browsing sessions to a whole new level. Smarter Surf is designed to enhance your search capabilities by seamlessly integrating with your browser. Whenever you encounter a website serving a 500 error, Smarter Surf steps in to offer a helping hand. Instead of getting frustrated by a dead-end, the extension redirects you to a Yahoo search results page, enabling you to quickly find alternative sources of information or similar content. It ensures that you never feel stuck or limited when encountering these errors. But that's not all. Smarter Surf goes beyond error redirection. It also provides a valuable error reporting feature, allowing you to contribute to the improvement of the web. Whenever you come across a website serving a 500 error, you can report it with just a click. Your feedback helps website owners identify and resolve issues, fostering a more reliable online environment for everyone. In addition to its error-handling capabilities, Smarter Surf offers powerful website statistics to satisfy your curiosity and aid your research. With a simple click, you can access insightful data about the website you're currently visiting. Discover valuable insights such as traffic metrics, page load times, popularity rankings, and more. Unleash the potential of your browsing experience by leveraging these statistics to make informed decisions or conduct in-depth research. Smarter Surf is your trusted companion, empowering you with a smarter and more enjoyable browsing experience. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to seamless search, error reporting, and website statistics. Download Smarter Surf today and take control of your browsing journey like never before.

User Growth

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Versions

-35.48%(-16,499 users)

Compared to 3 months ago

1 version released in this period

Rating Count

Total: 13 ratings-1 (-7%)

Average Rating

Current: 4.77 / 5.0+4.77

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Critical3

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Low0

Versions scanned

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Extension Version	Code Review Findings
2.1 Code review	7

Extension Version	Code Review Findings
2.1	7

Files with findings

2 distinct paths — top paths by unique finding count:

worker.js6
performance.js1

S.No.	Category	Severity	File	Summary	Found in Version
1	Network Interception	critical	worker.js (line 58)	Browser hijack on any 4xx/5xx HTTP response: the extension silently closes the user's current tab (chrome.tabs.remove) and redirects them to a third-party domain (errors.net) carrying the original URL, a license key, …	2.1
2	Network Interception	critical	worker.js (line 41)	DNS-resolution hijacking: on any name-resolution failure across all hosts, the active tab's URL is overwritten to errors.net with the original URL and the user's persistent UUID appended as query parameters. This is c…	2.1
3	Remote Code Loading	critical	worker.js (line 18)	Remote-controlled popup/window opener: every page-load round-trips through errors.net which can return a `notice` or `alert` payload that is passed straight to chrome.tabs.create / chrome.windows.create. This gives th…	2.1
4	Data Exfiltration	high	worker.js (line 83)	Bulk exfiltration endpoint: navigation timing, screen geometry, and the persistent UUID are POSTed to errors.net for every page load across all http/https sites the user visits. Combined with the per-tab URL hostnames…	2.1
5	Tracking	high	performance.js (line 17)	Browser fingerprinting via window geometry: the content script (injected into every site) collects screenTop/screenLeft, inner/outer window dimensions, and computed chrome offsets, then forwards them to the background…	2.1
6	Tracking	high	worker.js (line 74)	A persistent per-install UUID is generated on first run, stored in chrome.storage.sync (so it survives reinstalls and follows the Google profile across devices), and attached to every outbound request to errors.net. C…	2.1
7	Tracking	medium	worker.js (line 105)	On install the active tab is forcibly navigated to smarter-surf.com with the freshly minted tracking UUID, allowing the vendor to associate the install identifier with whatever cookies/IP/referrer the user has at that…	2.1

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fonts.googleapis.com	/css	https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Roboto:400,500,700
errors.net	-	https://errors.net/
tldrlegal.com	/license/mit-license	https://tldrlegal.com/license/mit-license
errors.net	-	https://errors.net
errors.net	/error/	https://errors.net/error/?license=${apikey}&errorurl=${encodeURIComponent(e.url
errors.net	/performance/	https://errors.net/performance/?license=${apikey}`,{method:
*	/*	http:///
*	/*	https:///
smarter-surf.com	/thankyou/	https://smarter-surf.com/thankyou/?uuid=${t.toString(
clients2.google.com	/service/update2/crx	https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx

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5.0 out of 5 · 10 most recent reviews

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Adware Recovery Specialist is equipped with the newest and most sophisticated tools and methods for hacking. This team of professionals at Adware Recovery Specialist stays up to date with the latest developments in the hacking field to guarantee that we have access to the best tools available. This gives us the confidence to take on even the trickiest phone and Gmail hacking situations. At Adware Recovery Specialist, they believe in using their hacking skills for good. They strictly adhere to ethical hacking practices that prioritize the privacy and security of their clients. Adware Recovery Specialist's goal is to assist individuals who have legitimate reasons for needing phone or Gmail hacking services, such as recovering lost accounts or protecting against cyber threats. As technology advances, so do the security measures implemented by phone and email providers. But fear not, Adware Recovery Specialist stays one step ahead. The team constantly adapts to these security measures, finding innovative ways to navigate through them and retrieve the information you need. Rest assured, with an Adware Recovery Specialist by your side, you'll always have the upper hand. While they pride themselves on providing top-notch hacking services, it's important to note that hacking is subject to legal regulations. Adware Recovery Specialist operates within the confines of the law, ensuring that our hacking services are conducted with full compliance and respect for legal boundaries. They prioritize the privacy and legality of our operations. Ethics are at the core of everything we do. Adware Recovery Specialists take great care to ensure that our hacking services are used for ethical purposes only. They thoroughly vet their clients to ensure they have a legitimate need for their services, and they do not engage in any activity that may harm others or violate their privacy. Trust and integrity are the pillars of our business. Adware Recovery Specialists can be communicated through: WhatsApp: +1 (937) 500��9144 And Email: Adwarerecoveryspecialist@ auctioneer. net

Baldwin George·26 Nov 2023

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