LAN port scan forbidder

Forbid non-LAN webs to access LAN or localhost. An anti-scan protection

LAN Port Scan Forbidder - Firefox Add-on

LAN port scan forbidder is a Firefox add-on that forbids untrusted websites from scanning localhost or LAN. It provides protection against unauthorized port scans and helps prevent tracking fingerprinting.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
By: GarryW
Daily users: 47
1
Version: 0.6.2 (Last updated: 2024-03-22)
Version code: 5709447
Creation date: 2021-06-05
Weekly download count: 1
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://*/*
  • ws://*/*
  • wss://*/*
  • ftp://*/*
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 42.76K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

User reviews


Out of memory crash: https://github.com/garywill/LAN-port-scan-forbidder/issues/4.
by Peter Kehl, 2024-02-24
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

LAN port scan forbidder requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of LAN port scan forbidder. Use it at your own risk.

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