HP Wolf Security Extension

Safe internet browsing with HP Wolf Security.

What is HP Wolf Security Extension?

The 'HP Wolf Security Extension' is an essential safeguard tool for Windows users that enhances web browsing security. It isolates threats using hardware-enforced measures, protects against email phishing and malware, blocks user input on sketchy sites, and provides comprehensive threat data. It boosts your online safety without disrupting your usual workflow.

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Extension stats

By: Bromium

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Users: 20,000+

Rating: 1.36 (11)

Version: 28.0.0.5 (Last updated: 2024-04-10)

Creation date: 2023-02-14

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

alarms
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
tabs
nativeMessaging
storage
downloads
contextMenus
history
unlimitedStorage

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 936.96K

Email: HP*****@hp.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Ranking

# 6924 ▼ 429

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox

HP Wolf Security Extension (v28.0.0.5)

1.60

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Extension summary

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HP Wolf Security Extension is part of HP Wolf Security for Windows OS.

This extension requires HP Wolf Security to be installed to function.

Protects against email phishing links that drop malware.
Eliminates watering hole attacks from websites.
Stops exploits that span multiple browser tabs.
Blocks user input on known phishing sites.
Warns user on sites they've never visited before when they enter credentials.

Features:

Hardware-enforced isolation of threats.
Click with confidence without the risk of web-based threats.
Safe from kernel exploits.

User reviews

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Pros

Works well on laptops with a lot of RAM

Cons

Installed without user knowledge
Locks users out of PDF files
Performance issues causing crashing or slow opening
Difficult to disable or uninstall
Considered bloatware with extensive access to the computer

Most mentioned

Useless
Installed without consent
Locks PDF files
Performance issues
Difficult to uninstall

Recent reviews

This was installed without my knowledge on my private laptop. no support from google nor from bromium.

M Leitzell, 2022-12-13

useless!

Romina Gurashi, 2022-04-29

it straight up locks me out of my PDF

MR HOUSTON PLAYS, 2022-04-28

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Extension safety

Risk impact

HP Wolf Security Extension is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install HP Wolf Security Extension if you trust the publisher.