Image Downloader Imageye

What This Extension Does

Image downloader - Imageye is a Chrome extension that allows users to find and download all images on a web page, as indicated by its name and category.

Permissions Explained

• activeTabstandard: Allows the extension to access the currently active tab in the browser.
• downloadsstandard: Enables the extension to manage downloads from the browser.
• storagestandard: Permits the extension to store data locally on the user's device.
• webRequestunusual: Allows the extension to intercept and modify web requests made by the browser.
• scriptingstandard: Enables the extension to run scripts in the context of web pages.

What We Found in the Code

• innerHTML assignment — potential XSS vector: The extension uses innerHTML assignment, which can be a potential cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability if used with untrusted data. However, without more context, it's difficult to determine whether this is a genuine concern or normal coding practice.
• Makes HTTP requests: The extension makes HTTP requests, which is a common and legitimate behavior for many extensions.

External Connections

The extension references several external domains, including www.w3.org, github.com, imageye.net, react.dev, and others. Some of these domains are expected (e.g., w3.org), while others may be related to the extension's functionality or development process.

Things to Consider

• Given its permissions and functionality, it is not surprising that Image downloader - Imageye has access to a wide range of web pages and can make HTTP requests.
• The use of innerHTML assignment in this context may warrant further investigation to ensure that the extension is handling user data securely.