iboss cloud Enterprise

iboss cloud Enterprise

iboss cloud Enterprise

What is iboss cloud Enterprise?
iboss cloud Enterprise is a Chrome extension designed for enterprise-owned Chromebooks. Its main function is to connect devices to the iboss Zero Trust Security Service Edge (SSE), providing a robust cloud-based security system. It steers all device traffic through the SSE platform where it applies security measures and generates logs for visibility. With features like Secure Web Gateway (SWG), malware defense, Browser Isolation, Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), and Data Loss Prevention, it offers a high level of protection for users and resources in diverse locations.
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By: iboss
Users: 2,000,000+
Rating: 1.24 (1,279)
Version: 5.4.15 (Last updated: 2023-07-31)
Creation date: 2020-04-28
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • background
  • tabs
  • idle
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • ftp://*/*
  • identity
  • identity.email
  • See more
Size: 83.83K
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Summary

The iboss Cloud Connector for Chromebooks is used to connect enterprise-owned Chromebooks to the iboss Zero Trust SSE to extend all cloud security capabilities across Chromebook devices. Cloud Connectors connect devices from any location and ensure traffic is always steered through the iboss Zero Trust SSE where security is applied, and logging is generated for visibility. This extension redirects traffic on Chromebooks. The Google Workspace management console must be used to deploy both the Compatibility App and the Chromebook Connector at the same time.

iboss is a cloud security company that enables organizations to reduce cyber risk by delivering a Zero Trust Security Service Edge platform designed to protect resources and users in the modern distributed world. The iboss platform replaces legacy VPN, Proxies, and VDI with a consolidated service that improves security, increases the end-user experience, consolidates technology, and substantially reduces costs. Built on a containerized cloud architecture, iboss delivers security capabilities such as SWG, malware defense, Browser Isolation, CASB, and Data Loss Prevention to protect all resources via the cloud instantaneously and at scale. The iboss platform includes ZTNA to replace legacy VPN, Security Service Edge to replace legacy Proxies, and Browser Isolation to replace legacy VDI. This shifts the focus from protecting buildings to protecting people and resources wherever they are located. To learn more, visit https://www.iboss.com

User reviews
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Pros
  • Helps users focus on their work by preventing distractions
  • Can be good for maintaining security and preventing access to certain websites
Cons
  • Blocks access to legitimate and educational content
  • Perceived as invasive and violating privacy rights
  • Puts user privacy at risk through data collection
  • Considered ineffective and easy to bypass
  • Negatively impacts workplace and school environments due to over-surveillance
Most mentioned
  • Blocks access to legitimate websites
  • Violates privacy rights
  • Highly restrictive
  • Easy to bypass
  • Negatively affects school or work environment
Recent reviews
by Lucas Beaulieu Lucas Beaulieu, 2024-03-25

so bad
by Adam Thomas Adam Thomas, 2024-01-23

sucks
by Adam Thomas Adam Thomas, 2024-01-23
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Safety
Risk impact

iboss cloud Enterprise 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 iboss cloud Enterprise if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

iboss cloud Enterprise has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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