ScamBlock Plus

Blocks the popup boxes typically found on scam tech-support websites

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-10-05
Users: 174
Rating: 5.00 (1)
Version: 0.1 (Last updated: 2017-02-28)
Creation date: 2017-02-27
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • https://ajax.googleapis.com/
Size: 14.43K

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Extension summary

ScamBlock Plus is designed to prevent the intrusive popups found on scam tech-support websites that freeze the browser and make it difficult to navigate.

Rather than having to force-close the browser and start again, this extension prevents the popups from happening in the first place.

Extension safety

Risk impact

ScamBlock Plus requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

ScamBlock Plus may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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