LinkedIn scanning users’ browser extensions sparks controversy and two lawsuits
Summary
Ars Technica reports that LinkedIn is facing two class action lawsuits alleging covert browser surveillance by scanning users browsers for installed extensions. The article ties the claims to the BrowserGate report by Fairlinked and to Teamfluence’s extension, while noting LinkedIn’s denial and its stance that disclosures exist in its privacy policy. The piece discusses consent, data sharing with third parties, and potential regulatory implications under US and EU privacy laws.