CRXcavator
APIAPI for Chrome Extension Risk Scoring & Security Analysis
Overview
CRXcavator API provides access to Chrome extension security data, including risk scores, permission breakdowns, malware detection results, and metadata. Key endpoints include extension lookup by ID/URL, batch analysis, and historical risk trend queries. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include enterprise admins auditing approved extensions, security tools integrating extension risk checks, and developers validating their extensions for vulnerabilities or over-permissive permissions.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://crxcavator.io/apidocs')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON Response Format
- Chrome Extension Risk Scoring
- Permission Analysis
- Malware & Vulnerability Detection
- Batch Extension Queries
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is CRXcavator API free to use?
Yes, it offers a free tier with rate limits; paid tiers are available for advanced features like higher rate limits and batch processing.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, authentication via API key is required for most endpoints. You can obtain a key from the CRXcavator dashboard after registration.
? What is the response format?
All API responses are in JSON format, including extension details, risk scores, and security analysis breakdowns.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Comprehensive Security Insights
- ⊕ Batch Analysis Capabilities
- ⊕ Detailed Risk Score Breakdowns
- ⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
Cons
- ⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
- ⊖ Limited to Chrome Extensions Only
- ⊖ Freemium Restrictions on Advanced Features