Detects high CPU usage and helps user to take action on misbehaving tabs. Extension works only on Canary, Dev and Chromium !
CPU Guard - Detect and Manage High CPU Usage
CPU Guard is a Chrome extension that detects high CPU usage caused by poorly designed websites, web frames, ads, or malware. It helps users pinpoint problematic sites and take action, improving workflow and user experience.
Extension stats
Manifest V3
Creation date: 2023-02-10
Permissions:
- processes
- notifications
- system.cpu
- storage
Size: 30.98K
Email: in*****@bytesunited.com
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Other platforms
Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
Extension safety
Risk impact
CPU Guard requires very minimum permissions.
Risk impact analysis details
- Medium Enables sending notifications which can be spammed but have minimal direct security impact.
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Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of CPU Guard. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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