Cisco AnyConnect

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Cisco AnyConnect: Secure VPN Client Extension For Chrome

"Cisco AnyConnect" is a VPN client extension for Chrome that enables users to securely connect to Cisco hardware. It supports TLS/DTLS (SSL) and IPsec IKEv2 VPN functions, providing reliable and secure connectivity. However, the application has limitations such as reduced VPN performance on low-end Chromebooks and compatibility requirements, such as Chrome OS 51 or later for auto reconnect support. It also clearly states that AnyConnect may not be used with non-Cisco hardware under any circumstance.
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Extension stats

Users: 40,000+
Rating: 3.06
(174)
Version: 4.0.10159 (Last updated: 2018-05-16)
Version code: 4.0.10159
Creation date: 2018-05-16
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • fileSystem
  • fileSystem.write
  • unlimitedStorage
  • platformKeys
  • enterprise.platformKeys
  • proxy
  • alwaysOnTopWindows
  • system.cpu
  • webview
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Size: 7.42M

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Extension summary

Please direct any questions, feedback or problem reports to [email protected]

You will not be able to use this application in the Chrome browser on platforms other than Chrome OS.

AnyConnect Plus/Apex licensing and Cisco head-end hardware is required. http://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en/us/products/security/anyconnect-og.pdf

AnyConnect may not be used with non-Cisco hardware under any circumstance.

This version supports TLS/DTLS (SSL) and IPsec IKEv2 VPN functions to the Cisco ASA.

Guidelines and Limitations:

  • There is limited VPN performance on low-end Chromebooks (chromium issue #514341).
  • You must have Chrome OS 51 or later for auto reconnect support
  • After installing or upgrading AnyConnect on Chrome OS, you must wait until initializing is complete to configure AnyConnect. "Initializing, please wait..." will be displayed in the AnyConnect app. This process may take a few minutes.
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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Bypasses internet restrictions effectively, allowing access to blocked applications.
  • Generally works well for basic VPN connections on Chromebooks.
  • Simple configuration process compared to other VPN solutions like OpenVPN.
  • The extension functions similarly to Windows versions, offering a seamless experience.
Cons
  • Lacks support for SmartCards, causing issues in secure environments.
  • Issues with connecting when on the same network as the VPN headend, leading to connection problems.
  • Poor instructions for connecting on Chromebooks, leaving users confused.
  • Does not remember passwords even if checked, and has a limited speed cap.
Most mentioned
  • Inadequate support for features like SmartCard authentication.
  • Connection issues on the same network as the VPN.
  • Poor instructions for user setup and login on Chromebooks.
User reviews
It was amazing my friend got everything setup and it was running smoothly i also went on vacation where everything was blocked YouTube telegram whats app and a lot of other good applications and it bypassed it all it felt really amazing so yeah and also the internet was amazing
by Reza Safarpour, 2023-03-25

This worked great until my company went to using Duo for 2FA and now it won't connect. I guess Cisco should update this, since they haven't since 2018.
by Dan Shepard, 2022-01-19

Funktioniert auf dem Chromebook
by Daniel Altmann, 2021-11-28
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Cisco AnyConnect requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
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