WebRTC Blocker

Disables WebRTC to prevent IP leak while on VPN.

WebRTC Blocker - Prevent IP leaks on VPN

WebRTC Blocker is a Firefox add-on that disables WebRTC, a vulnerability in web browsers, to prevent IP leaks while using VPN. It ensures online privacy and enhances security by blocking WebRTC leaks.

Add-on stats

Daily users: 160
-22
Rating: 5.00
(3)
Version: 2.1.1resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-26)
Creation date: 2019-03-01
Weekly download count: 98
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • privacy
  • storage
  • management
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 510.77K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

HideMyOrigin.com is a VPN Service that offers their service with Special Tools and Ad-Blocking through DNS Security implementations. As for online privacy and VPNs, the topic of WebRTC leaks and vulnerabilities often comes up.

While the WebRTC issue is often associated with VPNs, this is in fact a vulnerability with web browsers – Firefox, Opera, Chrome, and Brave.

So what is WebRTC?

WebRTC stands for “Web Real-Time Communication”. This basically allows for voice, video chat, and P2P sharing within the browser (real-time communication) without adding extra browser extensions

This Add-on will block WebRTC Leaks.

User reviews

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

WebRTC Blocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

WebRTC Blocker is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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