Check for .git directory existence

This extension will check for an existing .git directory on your site, which is a big security leak.

Check for .git directory existence - Chrome Extension

Check for .git directory existence is a Chrome extension that scans websites for the presence of the .git directory, a known security vulnerability. This directory exposes the source files of the website, posing a risk to its security. By detecting this security leak, the extension helps website owners protect their source code and prevent unauthorized access.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 222
6
Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2016-09-25)
Creation date: 2016-09-25
Permissions:
  • activeTab
Size: 51.18K
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

Check for .git directory existence requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • High Injects scripts into web pages, which may alter or extract site contents, resulting in a substantial risk.
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Risk likelihood

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