Ever clicked an online ad and wondered, “Was that legit?” You’re not alone—and scammers are counting on it.
Malvertising (malicious advertising) tricks you into downloading malware, sharing sensitive info, or even handing over money. And sometimes, you don’t even have to click—just loading the ad in an outdated browser can infect your device.
Here are the top three malvertising tactics:
- Scam ads: Claim your device is infected and push fake support calls
- Fake installers: Lead to cloned websites that install malware
- Drive-by downloads: Exploit outdated browsers to install malicious files automatically
The defense? Stay skeptical. Don’t trust ads that scream urgency. Double-check links. Keep your browser updated. And train your team to spot shady ads before they click.
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