🔒 Extension Security Monitor v1.0.0### 📊 Professional HTML Reporting

Security Incident Reports: Comprehensive HTML reports with professional styling
Network Activity Reports: Detailed network monitoring reports with export capabilities
Compliance Reports: Professional HTML compliance reports with visual charts and compliance scoring
Interactive Dashboards: Rich HTML interfaces with data visualization
Export Functionality: Save reports as HTML files for documentation and compliance
Professional Styling: Modern CSS styling with responsive design*Enterprise-grade security monitoring and threat detection for VS Code extensions with comprehensive HTML reporting**

A comprehensive, AI-powered security solution that monitors and analyzes installed extensions for security vulnerabilities, malicious behavior, and compliance violations. Built with advanced machine learning, real-time threat intelligence, enterprise SIEM integration, and professional HTML reporting capabilities.

🚀 Major Features

🎯 Advanced Threat Detection Engine

Malware Detection: Real-time SHA256 signature matching against threat intelligence feeds
Vulnerability Scanning: CVE database integration with automated patch tracking
Code Injection Analysis: Detection of eval(), Function(), and dynamic code execution
Supply Chain Security: Typosquatting and dependency confusion protection
Cryptomining Detection: Advanced cryptocurrency mining activity identification
Data Exfiltration Prevention: Suspicious data transmission pattern analysis

🧠 AI-Powered Behavioral Analytics

Machine Learning Anomaly Detection: Z-score statistical analysis with self-learning
Pattern Recognition: Advanced suspicious behavior sequence identification
Time-based Analysis: Off-hours activity monitoring with smart alerting
Resource Usage Tracking: CPU/Memory abuse detection and automated response
Frequency Analysis: Unusual activity spike detection with baseline learning
Automated Learning: Self-adapting threat detection algorithms

🌐 Real-Time Network Security

Traffic Analysis: Complete network request monitoring and interception
Threat Intelligence: Real-time domain/IP reputation checking
Data Loss Prevention: Large upload detection with automated blocking
TLS Security Analysis: Weak cipher and downgrade attack detection
DNS Pattern Analysis: DGA and fast-flux domain identification
Malicious Redirect Detection: Suspicious redirect chain analysis

📊 Enterprise SIEM Integration

Centralized Event Management: Structured security event logging and correlation
Automated Incident Investigation: Complete forensic analysis with timeline reconstruction
Compliance Reporting: SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS automated compliance tracking
Alert Rule Engine: Configurable automated response and escalation rules
Forensic Data Collection: Enterprise-grade incident investigation capabilities

� Professional HTML Reporting

Security Incident Reports: Comprehensive HTML reports with professional styling
Network Activity Reports: Detailed network monitoring reports with export capabilities
Interactive Dashboards: Rich HTML interfaces with data visualization
Export Functionality: Save reports as HTML files for documentation and compliance
Professional Styling: Modern CSS styling with responsive design

�🛡️ Interactive Security Dashboard

Real-time Security Overview: Live security status with risk analytics
Risk Assessment Matrix: Color-coded risk levels with detailed explanations
Extension Security Profiles: Individual extension behavior and risk analysis
Quick Actions: One-click disable, audit, or quarantine suspicious extensions
Trend Analysis: Historical security posture tracking and improvement metrics

📦 Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

Open VS Code
Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
Search for "Extension Security Monitor"
Click Install

Manual Installation

Download the .vsix file from releases
Open VS Code
Press Ctrl+Shift+P
Type "Extensions: Install from VSIX"
Select the downloaded .vsix file

🔧 Quick Start Guide

1. Getting Started

After installation, the extension automatically activates and begins monitoring. Access the unified control center:

Command Palette: Press Ctrl+Shift+P and type "🛡️ Extension Security Control Center"
Status Bar: Click the security shield icon for quick dashboard access
Explorer Panel: Find "Extension Security" view for real-time monitoring

2. Essential First Steps

1. Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P)
2. Run "🛡️ Extension Security Control Center"
3. Review your extension security overview
4. Use dashboard buttons to access all security features
5. Enable real-time monitoring for continuous protection

3. Unified Dashboard Features

📊 Security Overview: Real-time security metrics and status
🔍 Extension Analysis: Individual extension risk assessment and behavior tracking
🌐 Network Monitoring: Live network activity tracking with detailed reports
📋 Professional Reports: HTML incident documentation and compliance reports
⚙️ Quick Actions: One-click access to all security features (scan, audit, quarantine, reports)
📈 Compliance Tracking: SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS reporting

🎯 Streamlined Workflow: All security features are now accessible through the dashboard interface - no need to memorize multiple commands!

🔒 Security Features

Risk Assessment

High Risk: Extensions with known vulnerabilities or suspicious permissions
Medium Risk: Extensions with elevated permissions or from unverified publishers
Low Risk: Extensions from trusted publishers with minimal permissions
Safe: Extensions that have been verified as secure

Monitoring Capabilities

Permission analysis
Publisher verification
Known vulnerability database checking
Behavioral pattern analysis
Update frequency monitoring

📊 Reports

Generate comprehensive security reports including:

Extension inventory with risk ratings
Vulnerability details and recommendations
Security trends and statistics
Compliance status

� Professional HTML Reporting

🔍 Security Incident Reports

Generate comprehensive, professional HTML reports for security incidents:

# Command: "Extension Security Monitor: Investigate Security Incident"

Features:

Executive Summary: High-level incident overview with risk assessment
Detailed Timeline: Chronological reconstruction of security events
Technical Analysis: In-depth technical findings and evidence
Threat Classification: Automated categorization of threats and vulnerabilities
Recommendations: Actionable remediation steps and security improvements
Export Capability: Save as standalone HTML files for documentation and compliance

🌐 Network Activity Reports

Monitor and analyze extension network communications:

# Command: "Extension Security Monitor: View Network Activity - Detailed Report"

Features:

Real-time Monitoring: Live network request tracking and analysis
Traffic Visualization: Interactive charts and graphs showing network patterns
Security Assessment: Automatic identification of suspicious network behavior
Domain Analysis: Reputation checking and threat intelligence integration
Data Transmission Tracking: Monitor data uploads/downloads with size analysis
Professional Styling: Modern, responsive design suitable for executive presentations

📊 Compliance Reports

Monitor and assess compliance with security frameworks:

# Command: "Extension Security Monitor: Generate Compliance Report"

Features:

Multiple Frameworks: Support for SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS compliance tracking
Visual Compliance Scoring: Interactive circular progress charts showing overall compliance score
Violation Analysis: Detailed breakdown of compliance violations by severity and impact
Remediation Guidance: Actionable recommendations for addressing compliance gaps
Professional HTML Format: Executive-ready reports with modern styling and responsive design
Export Capability: Save as standalone HTML files for audit documentation and compliance records
Print-Ready: Professional formatting optimized for printing and PDF conversion

📊 Report Customization

Multiple Formats: Generate reports in JSON (machine-readable) or HTML (visual) formats
Responsive Design: Reports display perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Print-Ready: Professional formatting optimized for printing and PDF conversion
Corporate Branding: Clean, professional appearance suitable for enterprise environments
Interactive Elements: Clickable charts, expandable sections, and filtered views

�🛠️ Development

Prerequisites

Node.js 14+
VS Code 1.74.0+
TypeScript

Building

npm install
npm run compile

Testing

npm run test

Packaging

npm install -g vsce
vsce package

📄 License

MIT License - see LICENSE for details.

🤝 Contributing

Fork the repository
Create a feature branch
Make your changes
Add tests if applicable
Submit a pull request

📞 Support

Issues: GitHub Issues
Documentation: GitHub Wiki
Discussions: GitHub Discussionsxtension Security Monitor

A comprehensive VS Code extension that monitors and analyzes other extensions for security vulnerabilities and suspicious behavior.

Features

🔍 Pre-Installation Security Checks

Publisher Verification: Verify publisher identity and reputation
Permission Analysis: Review extension permissions and capabilities
Rating & Download Analysis: Check community feedback and adoption
Marketplace Integration: Automated security scoring

🛡️ Real-Time Monitoring

Behavior Tracking: Monitor extension activities in real-time
File System Monitoring: Detect unusual file access patterns
Network Activity Detection: Track network requests and data transmission
Resource Usage Monitoring: Identify performance and security issues

📊 Security Dashboard

Visual Security Overview: Interactive dashboard showing security status
Risk Assessment: Color-coded risk levels for all extensions
Quick Actions: Disable, audit, or report suspicious extensions
Trend Analysis: Track security posture over time

📋 Comprehensive Auditing

Detailed Security Reports: In-depth analysis of individual extensions
Multiple Report Formats: JSON (machine-readable), HTML (visual), or both
Bulk Scanning: Analyze all installed extensions at once
Historical Tracking: Monitor changes in extension security over time
Compliance Reporting: Generate reports for security compliance
Interactive HTML Reports: Beautiful, printable reports with charts and recommendations

Installation & Execution

For End Users (when published):

Open VS Code
Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
Search for "Extension Security Monitor"
Click Install

For Development/Testing:

Prerequisites:

Install Node.js: Download from nodejs.org (LTS version)
Restart VS Code after Node.js installation

Quick Start:

# 1. Install dependencies
npm install

# 2. Compile TypeScript
npm run compile

# 3. Press F5 in VS Code to launch Extension Development Host

Project Structure:

src/
├── extension.ts              # Main extension entry point
├── types/
│   └── security.ts          # Security-related type definitions
├── security/
│   ├── extensionScanner.ts  # Pre-installation security scanning
│   ├── securityMonitor.ts   # Real-time monitoring
│   ├── extensionAuditor.ts  # Detailed security auditing
│   └── securityReporter.ts  # Report generation
└── ui/
    └── securityDashboard.ts # Interactive security dashboard

Development Commands:

npm run compile       # Compile TypeScript
npm run watch         # Watch mode compilation
npm run lint          # Run ESLint
npm run package       # Create .vsix package
npm run publish       # Publish to marketplace

For End Users (when published):

Open VS Code
Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+P)
Search for "Extension Security Monitor"
Click Install

How to Use the Extension

🎯 Getting Started

1. Launch the Security Control Center

Ctrl+Shift+P → "🛡️ Extension Security Control Center"

This opens your unified security dashboard with:

Security statistics for all extensions
Risk levels (Safe, Low, Medium, High, Critical)
Direct access to all security features through clickable buttons
Real-time monitoring status and controls

🚀 Streamlined Experience: All security features are accessible directly from the dashboard - no need to remember multiple commands! The dashboard serves as your single control center.

2. Scan All Extensions

Ctrl+Shift+P → "Extension Security Monitor: Scan All Extensions"

Performs a comprehensive security scan of all installed extensions and shows results.

3. Audit Specific Extension

Ctrl+Shift+P → "Extension Security Monitor: Audit Specific Extension"

Select an extension from the list
Get detailed security analysis
View risk assessment and recommendations

4. Generate Security Report

Ctrl+Shift+P → "Extension Security Monitor: Generate Security Report"

Choose from multiple report formats:

📊 JSON Report: Machine-readable format for automation and detailed analysis
🌐 HTML Report: Human-readable format with visual charts and styling
📋 Both Formats: Generate both JSON and HTML reports simultaneously

Reports include:

Extension security summary and statistics
Detailed risk assessment for each extension
Security recommendations and best practices
Publisher verification and trust analysis

5. Toggle Real-time Monitoring

Ctrl+Shift+P → "Extension Security Monitor: Toggle Real-time Monitoring"

Enable/disable real-time monitoring of extension behavior.

🔧 Configuration

Access settings via File → Preferences → Settings → Extensions → Extension Security Monitor

Commands

�️ Unified Security Control Center

🛡️ Extension Security Control Center - Main Dashboard Command - Opens your unified security dashboard with direct access to all features

🎯 Streamlined Design: Instead of multiple separate commands, all security features are now accessible through interactive buttons in the dashboard:

📊 Dashboard Features (Accessible via buttons, no separate commands needed)

Security Analysis: Scan All Extensions, Audit Specific Extension, Quarantine, Update Threat Intelligence
Professional Reports: Security Reports, Compliance Reports (JSON/HTML/Both formats), Incident Investigation
Network Monitoring: Live Activity Monitoring, Detailed Network Reports with HTML export
System Controls: Toggle Real-time Monitoring, Settings, Dashboard Refresh

🔧 Access Methods

Primary Access: Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P) → "🛡️ Extension Security Control Center"
Dashboard Interface: All features accessible via interactive buttons and quick actions
Status Bar: Quick access to dashboard and monitoring controls
Context Menus: Right-click on extensions in the Extensions view

💡 Simplified Workflow: No need to memorize multiple commands - everything is accessible through the intuitive dashboard interface!

Configuration

Configure the extension through VS Code settings:

{
  // Core Security Settings
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableRealTimeMonitoring": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.securityLevel": "medium", // "low", "medium", "high", "strict"
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.alertOnSuspiciousActivity": true,
  
  // Trust Management
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.trustedPublishers": [
    "Microsoft", "GitHub", "ms-vscode", "ms-python"
  ],
  
  // Advanced Threat Detection
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableThreatDetection": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableBehavioralAnalytics": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.quarantineMode": false,
  
  // Network Security
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableNetworkMonitoring": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.requireHttps": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.maxRequestsPerMinute": 100,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.allowedDomains": [],
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.blockedDomains": ["malicious.com", "phishing.net"],
  
  // SIEM Integration
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.siem.enabled": false,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.siem.endpoint": "https://your-siem-server.com/api",
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.siem.alertThreshold": "medium", // "low", "medium", "high", "critical"
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.siem.batchSize": 10,
  
  // Compliance & Reporting
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.complianceFramework": "SOC2", // "SOC2", "GDPR", "HIPAA", "PCI-DSS", "Custom"
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.forensicMode": false
}

Security Levels

Risk Categories

🟢 Safe: No security concerns detected
🟡 Low Risk: Minor security considerations
🟠 Medium Risk: Some security concerns that require attention
🔴 High Risk: Significant security issues
⛔ Critical Risk: Severe security vulnerabilities

Assessment Criteria

Publisher Trust

Verified publishers (Microsoft, GitHub, etc.)
Publisher reputation and history
Number of published extensions
Community ratings and feedback

Permission Analysis

File system access permissions
Network communication capabilities
Terminal and command execution rights
Universal activation patterns (*)

Behavioral Patterns

Suspicious code patterns
Obfuscated or minified code
Unusual dependency usage
Network activity monitoring

🔧 Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Dashboard Not Loading

# Solution 1: Restart VS Code
1. Close VS Code completely
2. Restart VS Code
3. Try opening dashboard again

# Solution 2: Clear VS Code cache
1. Close VS Code
2. Clear workspace cache
3. Restart VS Code

Real-time Monitoring Not Working

// Check settings in VS Code (File → Preferences → Settings)
{
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableRealTimeMonitoring": true,
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableNetworkMonitoring": true
}

HTML Reports Not Generating

Check permissions: Ensure VS Code has file write permissions
Verify settings: Confirm HTML reporting is enabled in settings
Update extension: Make sure you have the latest version
Check console: Open Developer Tools (Help → Toggle Developer Tools) for error messages

Network Monitoring Issues

# If network monitoring isn't working:
1. Check firewall settings - VS Code may need network permissions
2. Verify proxy settings if behind corporate firewall
3. Ensure HTTPS requirements are properly configured

Performance Issues

// Adjust monitoring intensity in settings:
{
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.securityLevel": "medium", // Try "low" for better performance
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.maxRequestsPerMinute": 50, // Reduce from default 100
  "extensionSecurityMonitor.enableBehavioralAnalytics": false // Disable if not needed
}

Getting Help

GitHub Issues: Report bugs and feature requests
Documentation: Check this README for detailed configuration options
VS Code Logs: Use "Help → Toggle Developer Tools → Console" for debugging

Security Best Practices

Before Installing Extensions

✅ Verify Publisher: Only install from trusted, verified publishers
✅ Check Reviews: Read user reviews and ratings carefully
✅ Review Permissions: Understand what the extension can access
✅ Assess Necessity: Only install extensions you actually need

During Use

🔍 Monitor Behavior: Watch for unusual activity or performance issues
⚠️ Review Permissions: Be cautious of extensions requesting excessive access
📊 Regular Audits: Periodically review installed extensions

Security Maintenance

🔄 Keep Updated: Regularly update extensions to latest versions
🧹 Remove Unused: Uninstall extensions you no longer use
🔒 Separate Environments: Use different profiles for sensitive work
📱 Report Issues: Report suspicious extensions to Microsoft

Red Flags to Watch For

🚨 Critical Warning Signs

Universal activation (*) from unknown publishers
Requests for terminal or system command access
Obfuscated or encrypted code
Suspicious network activity
Very few downloads with perfect ratings

⚠️ Medium Concerns

Unverified publishers
Excessive permission requests
Poor user reviews
Frequent updates with minimal changelogs
Dependencies on suspicious packages

💡 Minor Considerations

New publishers with limited history
Beta or pre-release versions
Large number of dependencies
Network communication capabilities

Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please see our contributing guidelines for more information.

Privacy

This extension analyzes extension metadata and behavior locally. No data is transmitted to external servers without explicit user consent.

License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details.

Support

For issues, questions, or feature requests, please visit our GitHub repository.

Stay secure! 🛡️

Extension Security Monitor

ms-tools-securityextensions

🔒 Extension Security Monitor v1.0.0### 📊 Professional HTML Reporting

🚀 Major Features

🎯 Advanced Threat Detection Engine

🧠 AI-Powered Behavioral Analytics

🌐 Real-Time Network Security

📊 Enterprise SIEM Integration

� Professional HTML Reporting

�🛡️ Interactive Security Dashboard

📦 Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

Manual Installation

🔧 Quick Start Guide

1. Getting Started

2. Essential First Steps

3. Unified Dashboard Features

🔒 Security Features

Risk Assessment

Monitoring Capabilities

📊 Reports

� Professional HTML Reporting

🔍 Security Incident Reports

🌐 Network Activity Reports

📊 Compliance Reports

📊 Report Customization

�🛠️ Development

Prerequisites

Building

Testing

Packaging

📄 License

🤝 Contributing

📞 Support

Features

🔍 Pre-Installation Security Checks

🛡️ Real-Time Monitoring

📊 Security Dashboard

📋 Comprehensive Auditing

Installation & Execution

For End Users (when published):

For Development/Testing:

Prerequisites:

Quick Start:

Project Structure:

Development Commands:

For End Users (when published):

How to Use the Extension

🎯 Getting Started

1. Launch the Security Control Center

2. Scan All Extensions

3. Audit Specific Extension

4. Generate Security Report

5. Toggle Real-time Monitoring

🔧 Configuration

Commands

�️ Unified Security Control Center

📊 Dashboard Features (Accessible via buttons, no separate commands needed)

🔧 Access Methods

Configuration

Security Levels

Risk Categories

Assessment Criteria

Publisher Trust

Permission Analysis

Behavioral Patterns

🔧 Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Dashboard Not Loading

Real-time Monitoring Not Working

HTML Reports Not Generating

Network Monitoring Issues

Performance Issues

Getting Help

Security Best Practices

Before Installing Extensions

During Use

Security Maintenance

Red Flags to Watch For

🚨 Critical Warning Signs