Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper

Traps network errors, shows user a friendly error page allowing return to the previous page, allows to block new windows and tabs.
What is Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper?
The 'Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper' is a Chrome extension that rids Chrome's Kiosk Mode off certain drawbacks. When your application attempts to open a new window, tab, or navigates to a blacklisted website, this extension steps in. It traps these scenarios, shows a friendly error dialog, and lets users return to the main application. It offers a seamless way to handle network errors and ensure uninterrupted kiosk mode operation.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 5.00 (1)
Version: 1.3.1 (Last updated: 2022-08-03)
Creation date: 2018-07-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • webNavigation
  • tabs
  • history
  • storage
Size: 40.05K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Chrome's ability display and represent your browser application is second to none. However, when running in Chrome's Kiosk Mode, the browser suffers from some drawbacks. For example, in kiosk mode, there is no browser navigation, tabs or menus available. This becomes a problem if your application tries to open a new window, tab, or leads to a website that is blocked. When in Kiosk Mode, if a new window or tab is open, the main application will be inaccessible as it will be covered by the new window or tab page. Also, if the user clicks to other websites that are black listed, Chrome will throw an error page, but will give no means to return to the main kiosk website causing the user to be stuck on the error page.

The Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper alleviates these problems by trapping the above scenarios and offering the user an easy way to return to the main kiosk application. The Helper simply advises the user of the situation with a friendly dialog and gives them the opportunity to return to the previous page. It's as simple as That!

Extension safety

Risk impact

Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Inteset Secure Lockdown Browser Helper has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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