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1. DefensX extension is blocking a site even though it is set to allow and there is a custom URL group allowing access.Some websites can create false positives with ad blocker rules. For this reason, every Adblocker has a feature to bypass for a website. It is possible to left-click on the DefensX extension icon, disable the Adblocker (image 1), and click the refresh icon on that page (image 2) ![]() 2. What is the extension id values used in DefensX?DefensX browser extensions have different Extension ID values depending on the browser and whether the computer is in a managed or unmanaged state. Below is a detailed breakdown of how extension updates work based on the system’s management status. Chromium-Based Browsers (Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, etc.): Chromium-based browsers enforce the following update rules:
How Managed Status is Determined:
Mozilla Firefox: Unlike Chromium-based browsers, Firefox does not differentiate between managed and unmanaged computers. Therefore, DefensX always distributes its Firefox extension updates via its own CDN instead of a public marketplace. DefensX Extension ID List
GPO Configuration for Extension Whitelisting If you are enforcing a browser extension whitelist policy via Group Policy (GPO), it is recommended to allow both managed and unmanaged extension IDs to ensure seamless updates and compatibility. |
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