Net iD Client

Provide access to security tokens, for example, smart cards, on your local computer.

Net iD Client: Edge Add-on for Enhanced Security

Net iD Client is an indispensable extension for Edge that serves as an intermediary between your local computer and a web-site, using the web browser's native messaging interface. It's a tool that adds a layer of security by enabling the creation of digital signatures and, given maximum access, the administration of the security token. Note that it only works if you have the Net iD Client installed and the native messaging interface enabled on your computer. Its usage necessitates a level of communication between the site and the extension, achievable via the javascript file provided with the Net iD Client, ensuring compatibility with different communication methods.

Add-on stats

Users: 1,449
9
Version: 1.0.2.3 (Last updated: 2021-08-18)
Creation date: 2021-08-18
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
  • <all_urls>
Size: 12.24K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

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

The extension will act as a bridge between a web-site and the local computer, using the web-browsers native messaging interface. The extension will require the Net iD Client is installed on the computer and the native messaging interface is enabled.

The functionality provided will be depending on the configured access level in the Net iD Client. The lowest access level will allow creation of digital signatures, and with maximum access level will it be possible to administrate the security token. See Net iD Client documentation for more information.

Adding the functionality to a web-site will require communication between the web-site and the extension. The recommended solution is to use the javascript file provided with the Net iD Client, since it will deliver the same interface for different communication methods, i.e. this extension, other web-browser extensions, or older interfaces like ActiveX and NPAPI. See Net iD Client documentation for more information.

This extension should only be available for those that have Net iD Client installed and this extension enabled. Any questions should be directed to your support organization or send a mail to [email protected].

Add-on safety

Risk impact

Net iD Client requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Net iD Client has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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