Open in IE extension
Security at a glance
Some riskSafety score 81/1002 findings
Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.
See the full security reportFirefox listing ID: open-in-internet-explorer
Permissions (6)
- Communicate with desktop apps
- Access to all websites
- View open tabs
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Frequently asked questions
Is Open in IE safe to use?
Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of Open in IE at 81/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.
What permissions does Open in IE require?
Open in IE requests 6 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps, Access to all websites, View open tabs. See the full breakdown in the security report.
Who develops Open in IE?
Open in IE is published by Andy Portmen. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.