Threat Database Potentially Unwanted Programs Counter for Messenger Extension

Counter for Messenger Extension

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 8,602
Threat Level: 10 % (Normal)
Infected Computers: 3,124
First Seen: September 5, 2013
Last Seen: September 17, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

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The Counter for Messenger Extension from Chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/counter-for-messenger/ldlagicdigidgnhniajpmoddkoakdoca is stated to be published by h[tt]ps://www.aliangliang[.]top. The Counter for Messenger Extension is said to help users keep track of unread messages on Facebook and allow them to download copies of their conversations. The app is developed by a Chinese programmer who uses the online handle @nctu-cscc on h[tt]ps://github[.]com/ALiangLiang. The Counter for Messenger Extension is published as a project on h[tt]ps://github[.]com/ALiangLiang/Counter-for-Messenger/ and it is not recommended for public use. The Counter for Messenger Extension may allow users to preview a graphic representation of their texts on the Messenger platform by Facebook, but it needs access to your account.

The Counter for Messenger Extension is not an official app, and it is not recognized as a safe extension by Facebook. Using the Counter for Messenger Extension may lead to a security compromise, and you may want to reconsider installing the app. Computer security analysts categorize the Counter for Messenger Extension as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) that may expose your Facebook credentials to third parties. It is recommended to enable the two-factor authentication on Facebook by following the instructions on h[tt]ps://www.facebook[.]com/help/148233965247823. PC users may choose to remove the Counter for Messenger Extension with the help of a trusted cybersecurity instrument.

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