CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain extension

Security at a glance

Elevated riskSafety score 55/100493 findings

Describes the Chrome listing; other stores are scanned separately and can score differently. Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.

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Chrome listing ID: foammmkhpbeladledijkdljlechlclpb

Permissions (6)

  • Execute scripts in pages

Frequently asked questions

Is CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Chrome listing of CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain at 55/100 (elevated risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number. This is an automated estimate, not a guarantee of safety.

What permissions does CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain require?

CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain requests 6 permissions. The most significant: Execute scripts in pages. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain?

CastReader — Text to Speech, Read Aloud + AI Explain is published by CastReader. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.

What this assessment covers

Store listing
Chrome
Checked version
1.2.67
Current listed version
1.2.67
Scan date (UTC)
Assessment status
Completed

Recorded findings: 3 critical and 38 high severity. Read the finding details before interpreting the score; automated flags are not proof of malicious behaviour.

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