Extensions, synced profiles and web apps with broad permissions have turned the browser into an operating system of its own. Attackers have noticed. Malicious extensions and session-token theft now account for a growing share of enterprise incidents.
What enterprise browsers offer
Managed browsers add policy, extension allowlists and data controls without a full endpoint agent. Adoption is accelerating in regulated sectors. The trade-off is lock-in to one vendor for a piece of software everyone has opinions about.
Key takeaways
- Session-token theft is rising faster than malware
- Extension allowlists are the quick win
- Managed browsers bring policy to the tab
This story is part of our ongoing coverage of cybersecurity. We will update it as more details emerge.
