Remove extension apps
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Overview
This category contains scripts to uninstall extension apps. Extension apps are add-ons that enhance functionality related to media, images, and other software capabilities.
Many of these extensions come pre-installed on some Windows versions 1. While they can be helpful, not everyone needs them.
Unused extensions can present security risks due to potential critical vulnerabilities 2 3. A critical vulnerability is a serious security risk that could allow attackers to gain full control of your system. This risk is heightened because extensions usually have extensive access to the system.
By using these scripts, you can remove unnecessary extensions to improve your computer's security and lower the risk of cyber attacks, a proactive measure for security and privacy.
Uninstalling extensions could affect certain features, such as media playback or image processing.
This script should only be used by advanced users.
This script is not recommended for daily use as it breaks important functionality.
Consider creating a system restore point before doing any changes.
Sources
- Windows 10 - Apps - Windows Application Management. Microsoft Docs. (2021).
Original: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/application-management/apps-in-windows-10
Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20210727081048/https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/application-management/apps-in-windows-10 - Microsoft Hevc Video Extensions : Security vulnerabilities, CVEs. cvedetails.com. (2023).
Original: https://www.cvedetails.com/vulnerability-list/vendor_id-26/product_id-80307/Microsoft-Hevc-Video-Extensions.html
Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20231230081051/https://www.cvedetails.com/vulnerability-list/vendor_id-26/product_id-80307/Microsoft-Hevc-Video-Extensions.html - Microsoft - Raw Image Extension CVE - OpenCVE. www.opencve.io. (2023).
Original: https://www.opencve.io/cve
Archived: https://web.archive.org/web/20231231094958/https://www.opencve.io/cve?vendor=microsoft&product=raw_image_extension
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Remove "HEIF Image Extensions" app
This script uninstalls the "HEIF Image Extensions" app. The HEIF Image Extension lets Windows devices read and write files in the High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format, commonly with ".heic" or ".heif" extensions. This app contains high severity vulnerabilities in certain versions. A high vulnerability is a serious security risk that could allow attackers to gain full control of your system. Removing this app will improve your system's security and reduce the risk of these threats. This app c...
Remove "VP9 Video Extensions" app
This script uninstalls the "VP9 Video Extensions" app. The "VP9 Video Extensions" app facilitates the playback of VP9 video format, widely used for internet streaming, across various video applications on Windows. The app leverages hardware capabilities on newer devices for enhanced performance and offers software support where such hardware is absent. This app contains high severity vulnerabilities in certain versions. A high vulnerability is a serious security risk that could allow attackers t...
Remove "Web Media Extensions" app
This script uninstalls the "Web Media Extensions" app. "Web Media Extensions" package enhances Microsoft Edge and Windows by supporting open source formats commonly used on the web. It enables native playback of media in OGG format and content encoded with Vorbis or Theora codecs. This app contains high severity vulnerabilities in certain versions. A high vulnerability is a serious security risk that could allow attackers to gain full control of your system. Removing this app will improve your s...
Remove "Webp Image Extensions" app
This script uninstalls the "Webp Image Extensions" app. The "Webp Image Extensions" app allows Microsoft Edge browser to display WebP images. WebP is an advanced image format offering efficient compression to support smaller, high-quality images on the web. This app contains vulnerabilities in certain versions. Removing this app will improve your system's security and reduce the risk of these threats. This app comes pre-installed on certain versions of Windows. [Microsoft Store Page](https://web...
Remove "HEVC Video Extensions" app
This script uninstalls the "HEVC Video Extensions" app. The app is designed to extend the capability of Windows to play and produce HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) encoded video content, which is key for high-quality video formats like 4K and Ultra HD. The app utilizes hardware features in newer devices to enhance video quality. However, for devices lacking hardware support, the app provides software support, although the performance might vary based on video resolution and PC capabilities. ...
Remove "Raw Image Extension" app
This script uninstalls the "Raw Image Extension" app. This app enables viewing support for raw file formats from digital cameras directly in Windows File Explorer and the Photos app. It utilizes the (Reference: libraw) open source project for this functionality. This app contains critical severity vulnerabilities in certain versions. A critical vulnerability is a serious security risk that could allow attackers to gain full control of your system. Removing this app will improve you...
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