WWPass Authentication

WWPass authentication extension for Google Chrome
What is WWPass Authentication?
WWPass Authentication is a Chrome extension that connects the browser to the WWPass Hardware token for passwordless Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and client-side encryption. It requires the WWPass native application to operate.

Extension stats

Users: 98 ▼ -5
Version: 1.0.9 (Last updated: 2024-01-11)
Creation date: 2023-03-29
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 11.34K
URLs: Website

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

The extension connects the Chrome browser to the WWPass Hardware token (USB or smart card) for passwordless Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and client-side encryption. WWPass native application is required for the extension to operate. See https://ks.wwpass.com/, WWPass Key Services site for details.

With the WWPass software bundle installed on a computer, the extension suggests a user to connect the WWPass crypto token, detects the presence of the token, and starts the user authentication.

Extension safety

Risk impact

WWPass Authentication requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

WWPass Authentication is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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