WebSecurity

This extension is installed via the Administrator of the computer so that web browsing follows the policies in place for the ATI.

WebSecurity: Microsoft Edge Extension for Secure Browsing

WebSecurity is an Edge add-on created to facilitate safe and policy-compliant web browsing. This extension is configured by your system administrator, and allows for the monitoring and blocking of inappropriate or undesired web content in your browser. It's designed to function in line with policies set by the Awareness Technologies software. Its usage can result in productive web browsing habits and improved online security.
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Add-on stats

Users: 7,725
-178
Rating: 2.00
(4)
Version: 1.4 (Last updated: 2022-10-13)
Creation date: 2020-04-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
  • webRequest
  • nativeMessaging
  • <all_urls>
Size: 13.10K

Ranking

# 1,814 ▼ 12
Other rankings
#1250 in Accessibility ▼ 186 #33 in computer keyword 20 ▼ 1 #45 in package keyword 10 ▼ 1 #113 in monitor keyword 40 ▼ 4 #142 in software keyword 21 ▲ 2

Other platforms

WebSecurity (v2.11)
2.68 (62) 1,000
Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
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Add-on summary

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This extension is installed via the Administrator of the computer so that web browsing follows the policies in place for the ATI. WebSecurity is a Microsoft Edge extension that works in conjunction with Awareness Technologies user productivity monitoring software package to monitor and block access to web content in the Edge browser. This extension is installed via the Administrator of the computer so that web browsing follows the policies in place for the Awareness Technologies software. Screenshot shows what happens when a blocked website is reached when the extension is in use in conjunction with Awareness Technologies user productivity monitoring software.

User reviews

Once installed removal is impossible even by admin who installed it.
by Babigian,, 2022-09-06
Installed via Interguard employee monitoring tools. Removed those files but cannot remove this extension. Reported to MS for Abuse.
by Canavas,, 2022-01-26
Part of a suite of products used by state and federal agencies to monitor certain classes of ex offenders on parole or probation.
by [email protected], 2021-04-15
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

WebSecurity has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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