datasecurity

14 Nov

Security Update on Google Chrome Extensions

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In November 2024, a report on Google Chrome extensions indicated that the Manifest V3 update, intended to boost security, has yet to fully protect users from data theft and malware. Google introduced Manifest V3 to limit extensions' access to sensitive data and block harmful scripts, but it appears that V3 has not been entirely effective in countering these security threats. Malicious actors continue to exploit Chrome extensions, as many users install extensions without scrutinizing permissions or verifying sourcesDespite the improvements V3 offers, some harmful extensions bypass the security restrictions, accessing private user data or distributing malware. This ongoing issue underscores…

08 Jul

Implementing Secure Multi-Party Computation (SMPC) with NodeJs: A Practical Guide

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Introduction In the modern digital landscape, privacy and security are paramount. Secure Multi-Party Computation (SMPC) is a cryptographic protocol that allows multiple parties to jointly compute a function over their inputs while keeping those inputs private. This technology has vast applications, including privacy-preserving data analysis and secure voting systems. In this blog, we'll explore how to implement SMPC using Node.js, making it simple and easy to understand with real-world examples. What is Secure Multi-Party Computation (SMPC)?SMPC is a subfield of cryptography that enables parties to collaboratively compute a function over their inputs without revealing those inputs to each other. The…