Flagged in the threat library: QVI

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Chrome Web Store

Netflix Picture in Picture now for Prime & D+ [QVI]

by [email protected] · 200.0K users · 4.1 rating
5e3978a3-4460-5cb0-a444-75ca8e9280d8 | v0.2.95
0/ 100
MINIMAL risk
-44 since v0.2.94
44 → 0 · false positives removed
Threat verdict
Do not install

Confirmed member of a tracked malicious supply-chain campaign.

Analysis record

Analysed
4 days ago
Version
v0.2.95
Artifact
SHA256 0D8…9DD
Source
Findings (non-IoC)

Is Netflix Picture in Picture now for Prime & D+ [QVI] safe?

This extension says it adds Picture in Picture support for Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+, and the listing declares no special permissions and no network endpoints. The name is service-focused, while js/disney.min.js and js/appletv.min.js contain network findings such as NET-FETCH-js/disney.min.js-4418 and NET-FETCH-js/appletv.min.js-6825.

Those findings mean the two minified files contain fetch-like requests. The records do not show where those requests go or what data they send, so they do not establish password theft, tracking, or malware. The supplied results also contain no malware-signature or obfuscation finding tied to these files.

The scanner likely reacted to network code used for streaming-site support, yet the extension name uses several major service brands and the developer is listed as [email protected]. Checking the request destinations and the code around the two named findings would resolve whether the requests support playback or serve another purpose.

Evidence ledger

Ranked by severity · findings with a source location link to the code viewer

65 detail rows
Showing 25 of 65 · highest severity first

Publisher Evidence

Limited evidence

[email protected]

Publisher identity, store signals, distribution reach, and warning signals used for context. Treat this as supporting evidence, not a clean bill of health.

Chrome does not expose the same publisher verification data as IDE stores, so this score is deliberately conservative.

54
Noisy-finding weight
x1.00
Publisher domain
No domain
Missing
Store verification signal
Limited signal
Limited
Extension portfolio
40
Portfolio

11 evidence rows available.

Finding Categories

65
Network

Requested Permissions

15 permissions
scripting
Low
storage
Low
*://*.paramountplus.com/*
Low
http://www.netflix.com/*
Low
https://www.netflix.com/*
Low
*://*.hbomax.com/*
Low
*://*.apple.com/*
Low
*://*.disneyplus.com/*
Low
*://*.hulu.com/*
Low
*://*.peacocktv.com/*
Low
*://*.primevideo.com/*
Low
*://*.amazon.com/*
Low
*://*.amazon.co.uk/*
Low
*://*.amazon.de/*
Low
*://*.amazon.co.jp/*
Low

AI Security Report

AI Security Review

Evidence context: threat category none; evidence quality moderate.

The extension is described as a Picture in Picture tool, while its name claims support for Netflix, Prime, and Disney+ services. The available code findings are limited to network detections in js/disney.min.js and js/appletv.min.js, including NET-FETCH-js/disney.min.js-4418 and NET-FETCH-js/appletv.min.js-6825. These file names fit a streaming-site integration, yet the finding records provide no destination URLs or request purpose, so the network behavior cannot be tied to a known service.

The name deserves separate attention. Netflix Picture in Picture now for Prime & D+ [QVI] uses several well-known service names, while the supplied metadata identifies only [email protected] as the developer. That combination does not prove impersonation, since the evidence contains no copied logo, copied description, or direct claim of official ownership. It does make the publisher and brand relationship unclear, especially because the extension has 200,000 users and version 0.2.94.

The code findings themselves do not establish theft or malware. NET-FETCH-js/disney.min.js-4418, NET-FETCH-js/disney.min.js-10089, and the other detections in js/disney.min.js identify fetch-like network activity, with no endpoint shown in their records. NET-FETCH-js/appletv.min.js-6825 gives the same kind of signal in the Apple TV-related file. The supplied results contain no malware-signature, obfuscation, secret, cookie, history, or permission finding associated with those paths. There is also no extracted network endpoint to connect the requests to an ad server, search hijacker, credential service, or proxy network.

A skeptic could say that all 65 network findings are ordinary code from a video-site integration, and the absence of suspicious destinations makes the extension harmless. The file names js/disney.min.js and js/appletv.min.js support that explanation, and minified JavaScript can produce many fetch detections. The available records still omit the URLs and the surrounding code, so they cannot show whether requests serve playback features, telemetry, or unrelated content. The brand-heavy name and anonymous-looking developer address add a separate trust question that network counts cannot settle.

Runtime analysis should capture requests made while opening Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ pages, then compare each destination with the service being used. The code around NET-FETCH-js/disney.min.js-4418 and NET-FETCH-js/appletv.min.js-6825 should also be inspected for collection of cookies, page text, credentials, or browsing data. Until those checks identify the destinations and data flow, the evidence supports follow-up rather than a finding of malicious behavior.

Key Reasons

  • js/disney.min.js and js/appletv.min.js contain network findings, but their records provide no destination URLs or request context.
  • The name Netflix Picture in Picture now for Prime & D+ [QVI] uses multiple major service brands without evidence of official ownership.
  • No malware-signature, obfuscation, secret, cookie, or permission finding is tied to the reported files.
  • The minified streaming-file names provide a benign explanation for the fetch detections, but the missing request details prevent a firm conclusion.

False Positive Considerations

  • Network detections in minified streaming integration files can reflect ordinary fetch calls.
  • The network finding records omit destination URLs and request context.
  • Multiple detections occur in files named js/disney.min.js and js/appletv.min.js, which may be bundled site-integration code.

Reviewed 2026-09-29; recommended action: runtime analysis; model confidence 72%.

Chrome version history

Risk trend by version

11 analyzed versions. Each point is the latest successful scan for that version; failed zero-score scans are hidden. Dates are based on first seen by risky plugins.

Latest
44
Change since first
-7
Change from previous
No change
Versions:
First analyzed version
0.2.72
Jan 21, 2026
Risk range
44 to 50
Across analyzed versions
Latest analyzed version
0.2.94
Sep 27, 2026
Selected version
minimal
Version
v0.2.95
4 days ago
Risk score
0
Findings
65
Change vs previous
-44

Pick any point on the chart to explore that version's code below.

About This Extension

We're thrilled to present the latest update, where we've listened to your feedback and made it happen – introducing the much-anticipated Picture-in-Picture icon with subtitles support! 🌟 What's New: New Picture-in-Picture Icon: Now you can enjoy uninterrupted viewing while diving into other tasks, all with the added bonus of subtitles! Are you looking for a tool to watch your favorite series in a convenient always-on-top window? You’re in the right place! Netflix Picture in Picture is perfect for multitasking, having something on in the background, or even working from home (we don’t advise sharing it with your boss though). There’s no need to stack multiple browser tabs anymore or to use other screens, it’s all fixed by this extension. How does it work? Netflix Picture in Picture allows you to play video content in a floating window pinned always on top, so you can use the rest of your screen for other tasks. This extension adds an extra control button, which can be found among other viewing options (e.g. full-screen). Just click on it to launch a separate window with the show you’d like to watch and place it wherever you want, whether you're browsing your FB feed or preparing a business presentation. Netflix Picture in Picture now works on all your favorite SVOD platforms: - Netflix, - Disney Plus, - HBO Max, - Peacock TV, - Paramount+, - and more... All you need to do is add Netflix Picture in Picture extension to your browser and enjoy your favorite series in the background. It's as simple as that! This extension is part of the Quality Viewership Initiative, a collaborative effort to enhance the understanding of audience engagement. It collects anonymous, aggregated viewing insights to support creators and studios in improving the quality of their content. You can stop sharing your information at any time by switching the toggle on the options page. Disclaimer: All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. This website & extensions hold no association or affiliation with them or any third-party companies.

Frequently Asked Questions