Opera GX Flaw Let Malicious Sites Auto-Install Mods to Steal Data From Visited Pages

A security flaw in Opera GX, a gaming-focused version of the Opera browser, allowed malicious sites to automatically install browser add-ons and steal data without user interaction. Researchers demonstrated how this could be used to extract sensitive information, like reconstructing a signed-in user's Gmail address from a single visit. Opera has since patched the vulnerability, but the incident highlights the critical importance of browser security, especially for specialized versions like Opera GX that may have unique features and user bases. This breach underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in browser security to protect user data.