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Malvertising Is a Cybercrime Heavyweight, Not an Underdog

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This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. A stepping stone to impactful cybercrime This tactic has tangible real-world implications. A DNS firewall and a classic antivirus are somewhat underused yet effective security tools that will come in handy.

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Good game, well played: an overview of gaming-related cyberthreats in 2022

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Additionally, we looked at the phishing activity around gaming, specifically that related to cybersports tournaments, bookmakers, gaming marketplaces, and gaming platforms, and found numerous examples of scams that target gamers and esports fans. Key findings.

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Overview of Google Play threats sold on the dark web

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It is also clear of alerts from Google Protect and built-in antivirus on devices from different vendors. Note, however, that on the dark web nothing eliminates the risk of being scammed with 100% probability. If it is possible, uninstall the app, and scan the device with an antivirus.

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