Osprey

Abstract

1. Introduction

Osprey's goal is to be the most trusted, transparent, and effective browser protection extension for home users and businesses, while being free, forever. Unlike other free extensions, Osprey will never collect, profile, or sell your browsing data.

malicious websites. As you browse, Osprey checks every site you visit against more than 20 threat-intelligence providers, then blocks or warns you the moment one of them flags a site as dangerous.

Questions or concerns? Want to become a provider? Contact support@osprey.ac.

2. Objective

Browser extension that protects you from phishing and malicious websites.

This project demonstrates how JavaScript can be applied to a real-world Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking problem.

4. Technology Stack

5. System Requirements

General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.

• Node.js (LTS) and npm
• A modern web browser
• VS Code or any code editor
• Git (to clone the repository)

6. Installation & Setup

git clone https://github.com/OspreyProject/Osprey.git
cd Osprey

Full setup instructions are in the project README.

7. Future Enhancements

Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.

• Add logging and alert notifications (email / Telegram)
• Write a threat model document for the tool
• Package it with Docker for safe lab testing

8. Viva / Review Questions

Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.

1. Which threat or attack does this project defend against?
2. What detection or protection technique is used and what are its limits?
3. How are false positives and false negatives handled?
4. Which cryptographic algorithms or security standards are involved?
5. What legal and ethical rules apply when testing a tool like this?

9. Source Code & License

This project is developed by OspreyProject and published on GitHub under the GNU General Public License v3.0. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.