HID Credential Management Extension

Browser extension for HID credential management solution.

HID Credential Management Extension | Smart Device Connect

HID Credential Management Extension is a browser plugin that bridges the gap between a credential management system and various devices such as smart cards and USB keys. With features like credential provisioning and updates post-provisioning, it blends seamlessly with WorkforceID Digital Credential Manager and other HID-based applications while also providing an alternative for ActivID Credential Management System users.
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Extension stats

Users: 1,000,000+
Rating: 1.31
(13)
Version: 4.0.0.307 (Last updated: 2023-07-13)
Creation date: 2021-01-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • activeTab
  • background
Size: 41.65K

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Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

The browser extension enables a credential management system to connect with a device (such as a smart card or USB key) via the browser. It provides the capability to provision credentials such as digital certificates into these devices, and to perform updates to the devices after the initial provisioning.

This extension is compatible with WorkforceID Digital Credential Manager and with other applications based on HID’s credential management solution.

If you use the ActivID Credential Management System, please use this extension instead: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/activid-cms-extension/ddfoinleihmgpkhfmemkncgffilfahnm.

User reviews

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Pros
    Cons
    • Doesn't work on personal computers
    • Doesn't function at all
    • Requires payment for functionalities previously available for free
    • Difficulty in accessing essential services (like the DOD systems)
    • Perceived waste of government resources
    Most mentioned
    • Doesn't work
    • Issues with using the extension on personal computers
    • Confusion regarding the need for the extension to access certain services
    • Frustration with the government's implementation of the tool
    User reviews
    Doest now work. I ran diagnostics and it is my laptop but still not working.
    by Jon Feiser, 2024-10-04

    I wasted so much time on installing this extension and IT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. PERIOD.
    by Lawrence Biacan, 2024-03-22

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    Extension safety

    Risk impact

    HID Credential Management Extension requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

    Risk likelihood

    HID Credential Management Extension has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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