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Code review: critical

Our reviewer read this extension’s code and confirmed malicious behaviour. 7 security findings documented below. Do not install it. Remove it if you already have it.

Video Ad Blocker Plus

Video Ad Blocker Plus

ID: hegneaniplmfjcmohoclabblbahcbjoe

Supported Languages

🇨🇳Chinese (Simplified)
🇹🇼Chinese (Traditional)
🇩🇰Danish
🇳🇱Dutch
🇺🇸English
🇫🇮Finnish
🇫🇷French
🇩🇪German
🇮🇳Hindi
🇯🇵Japanese
🇰🇷Korean
🇳🇴Norwegian
🇪🇸Spanish
🇸🇪Swedish

Extension Info & Metadata

Status
Active
Version
1.2.7
Size
0.43 MB
Rating
3.9/5
Reviews
188
Users
50,000
Type
Extension
Updated
May 18, 2026
Category
Workflow & planning
Price
Free
Featured
No
Visibility
Listed
Mature
No
By Google
No
Trusted
Yes
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Publisher Contextual Analysis

Trusted
Author
https://videoadblockerplus.com/View Profile
Privacy
Privacy Policy
MX records exist
Yes
Domain exists
Yes
Is disposable
No
Is role-based
No
Mailbox exists
Yes
Website
Visit
Extensions
1
Active
1
Obsolete
0
Listed
1
Unlisted
0
Users
50,000

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Install growth

Item
Type
Severity
Description
webRequest
Permission
Critical
This permission enables the extension to monitor and analyze all web requests made by the browser. Rated Critical because it can observe all network traffic including sensitive data, track browsing behavior, and gather authentication tokens.
*://*/*
Host
Critical
Broad host access — the extension can read/modify content on every website.
webNavigation
Permission
High
This permission enables monitoring of all browser navigation events and transitions. Rated High because it can track every page visit, navigation method, and browsing pattern, potentially exposing sensitive browsing behavior and user activities.
Contextual Risk Factors
Risk Factor
High
The following context increases the overall risk: • 10% increase: Early script execution enables pre-emptive content manipulation • 10% increase: About:blank access enables potential sandbox escape vectors
Broad Host Permissions
Risk Factor
High
This extension has broad host permissions allowing it to access many or all websites.
tabs
Permission
Medium
This permission enables tab management and monitoring. Rated Medium because it can track open tabs, access tab metadata, and monitor user browsing patterns.
storage
Permission
Medium
This permission allows storing data locally in the browser. Rated Medium because it can persist sensitive user data, track user activities over time, and potentially store malicious payloads.
Early Content Script Execution
Risk Factor
Medium
This extension runs content scripts at document_start.
About:blank Access
Risk Factor
Medium
This extension can run content scripts in about:blank pages.
contextMenus
Permission
Low
This permission adds items to browser context menus. Rated Medium because it only modifies right-click menus without access to page content.
  • 4 critical
  • 3 high

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About this extension

Block disruptive video ads

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Block annoying YouTube ads. Our lightweight & fast extension keeps your browsing smooth. Key benefits: 📹 Uninterrupted YouTube: Say goodbye to disruptive ads. Watch videos from start to finish, ad-free. ⚡ Lightweight & Fast: Enjoy a smooth browsing experience without slowing down your computer. Install Video Ad Blocker Plus for YouTube™ today and take control of your YouTube experience! Why Choose Video Ad Blocker Plus? 🎯 Lightweight & Efficient: Our extension won't slow down your browsing. 💸 Free & Easy to Use: Enjoy an ad-free YouTube experience without breaking the bank. After installing, please reload all YouTube™ tabs for the extension to take effect.

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Version
Size
Verdict
Findings
Permhash
1.2.7
Latest
0.43 MBMalicious0
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1.2.4
0.43 MBCaution0
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1.2.2
0.41 MBCaution—
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1.2.1
0.41 MBCaution—
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1.2.0
0.41 MBCaution—
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1.1.16
0.41 MBCaution—
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1.1.15
0.41 MBCaution—
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1.1.14
0.47 MBCaution—
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1.1.13
0.46 MBCaution—
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1.1.12
0.46 MBCaution—
df91b32c202842866de9c863f3dcab998e263b6ad232df04247438e33e67e85a
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