LinkedIn scans for 6,278 extensions and encrypts the results into every request

A user reported that LinkedIn scans 6,278 browser extensions and encodes the results into outgoing requests.

The finding sparked debate on privacy, browser security, and whether the practice should be investigated.

The behavior appears to act as hidden client-side fingerprinting, potentially revealing a user’s browser setup.

The report raised broader concerns about platform surveillance and possible extension abuse.