Chrome Web Store
5Versions
1Code reviewed

No malware found

In code review (v1.0.37)

Our reviewer read version 1.0.37 — the most recent version we have reviewed — and found no malicious behaviour. The version shown here has not been individually reviewed yet.

26 indicators in this extension

26 indicators
1 version analysed

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What our analysis found

VPNCity - Fast & Unlimited VPN | Unblocker, used by 40,000 people, showed no malicious code in Extension Auditor's review. Its permissions mean it can read and change data on all websites and can observe network requests. It comes from a trusted publisher and was last updated in January 2025.

Analyst notes

Reviewed the complete 1.0.37 artifact (323 files recovered from the CRX zip after the supplied bundle turned out to be missing, every img/ asset and the webfonts; JS sizes in the full set sum to exactly the 266197 bytes the model saw): it is a plain HTTPS-proxy VPN client that points chrome.proxy at a [domain withheld] node (:143), returns stored proxy credentials only when details.isProxy is true (:380), uses the 'privacy' permission solely for webRTCIPHandlingPolicy leak protection (:170), and sends nothing anywhere except the user's own popup-entered to [domain withheld] (:1123, 1138, 1306), matching the disclosed PII + authentication categories. The ML score, the risk-engine CRITICAL and the chrome-stats all derive from the <all_urls> manifest that this product category requires, so they corroborate nothing beyond the manifest, while the code contradicts the flag (no obfuscation, no remote code loading, no third-party endpoint, no access) and the listing's [domain withheld] WhatsApp-spamware note matches nothing in this codebase. The published MV3 manifest vs bundled MV2 1.0.37 difference is version drift to a newer build rather than delayed-malicious divergence inside 1.0.37, so this verdict is scoped to 1.0.37 and does not clear the current CWS version, which matters because the eSentire IoC tag on this listing concerns malicious updates pushed through hijacked publisher accounts.

VPNCity - Fast & Unlimited VPN | Unblocker

VPNCity - Fast & Unlimited VPN | Unblocker Chrome extension security report

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Supported Languages

🇬🇧British English

Extension Info & Metadata

Status
Active
Version
2.2.2
Size
3.53 MB
Rating
2.9/5
Reviews
63
Users
40,000
Type
Extension
Updated
Jan 24, 2025
Category
Workflow & planning
Price
Free
Featured
No
Visibility
Listed
Mature
No
By Google
No
Trusted
Yes
This publisherTrack record
1extension
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Publisher Contextual Analysis

Trusted
Author
INVIZBOX LIMITED
MX records exist
No
Domain exists
No
Is disposable
No
Is role-based
Yes
Mailbox exists
No
Extensions
1
Active
1
Obsolete
0
Listed
1
Unlisted
0
Users
40,000

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Install growth

Item
Type
Severity
Description
privacy
Permission
Critical
This permission allows modification of Chrome's privacy settings. Rated Critical because it can disable security features, modify network configurations, and compromise browser security settings.
proxy
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to control the browser's proxy settings. Rated Critical because it can route all traffic through potentially malicious proxies, enabling man-in-the-middle attacks and traffic monitoring.
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.
webRequestAuthProvider
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to handle authentication requests and modify authentication headers. Rated Critical because it can intercept login credentials, session tokens, and modify authentication flows to compromise accounts.
<all_urls>
Host
Critical
Broad host access — the extension can read/modify content on every website.
offscreen
Permission
High
This permission creates hidden browser documents with full DOM access. Rated High because it can run background operations invisibly, potentially executing malicious code without user awareness.
Contextual Risk Factors
Risk Factor
High
The following context increases the overall risk:• 20% increase: Access to sensitive domains increases potential impact
Broad Host Permissions
Risk Factor
High
This extension has broad host permissions allowing it to access many or all websites.
Broad Content Script Access
Risk Factor
High
This extension can inject scripts into any website.
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.
https://www.vpncity.com/
Host
Medium
Host permission — access limited to this URL pattern.
Access to Sensitive Domains
Risk Factor
Medium
This extension requests access to sensitive domains: https://www.vpncity.com/
alarms
Permission
Low
This permission schedules periodic tasks. Rated Low because it can only trigger events at specified times without access to sensitive data.

26 indicators in this extension

26 indicators
1 version analysed

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About this extension

VPNCity - Fast, Secure & Unlimited VPN | Unblock Sites

Read the publisher’s full description

VPNCity offers a simple, reliable, and secure way to protect your online privacy and access restricted content. Key Features: * Privacy Protection: Encrypts your internet connection and hides your IP address to ensure your browsing activity remains private. * Global Servers: Access 40+ secure server locations worldwide for unrestricted internet browsing. * Safe Wi-Fi: Stay secure on public or home Wi-Fi with advanced encryption. * No Logs: We adhere to a strict no-logging policy to protect your data. * Stream & Browse Freely: Bypass geographic restrictions to access content and websites from anywhere. Why Choose VPNCity? * Fast & Reliable: Optimized servers ensure seamless browsing and streaming. * Easy to Use: One-click connection for instant VPN access. * 24/7 Support: Real-time assistance through live chat or email. Don't settle for free VPNs that sell your data. VPNCity is committed to safeguarding your privacy and providing a secure online experience. Try it today! For questions or assistance, contact us at support@vpncity.com.

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26 indicators in this extension

26 indicators
1 version analysed

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Version
Size
Verdict
Findings
Permhash
2.0.1
Latest
3.53 MBNot scanned—
dcb3b90875697a6aed685376d21783dc8203d2c25a52c123eb84b687bbbf3a8d
2.0.0
3.53 MBNot scanned—
dcb3b90875697a6aed685376d21783dc8203d2c25a52c123eb84b687bbbf3a8d
1.0.40
3.51 MBNot scanned—
53df92eae9ee61cc73fa4dd743128de22c08b4450edb9bfc5cc2aa77d376bf10
1.0.37
3.51 MBNo malware found0
53df92eae9ee61cc73fa4dd743128de22c08b4450edb9bfc5cc2aa77d376bf10
2.2.2
3.53 MBNot scanned—
dcb3b90875697a6aed685376d21783dc8203d2c25a52c123eb84b687bbbf3a8d
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