SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back. One way or another, the fact persists that search engine abuse can amplify the problem. A mix of social engineering, hacking, and abuse of legitimate services makes this style of online crime incredibly effective.

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Cybercrime Advertising Engineering Antivirus 83

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2023

Cybercriminals are not necessarily targeting specific, high-profile users for data theft, either—though a threat actor would be extremely happy (and lucky) to fool a potential executive or government target into using a rigged charging station. However, the chances of that happening are rather slim.

Mobile 98

Mobile Banking Malware Spyware 98

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Jump ahead: Adware. Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. Rather than stealing data, adware is more of an irritant forcing users to see unwanted ads. Most users are familiar with adware in the form of unclosable browser pop-ups.

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Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The attacks, which took place earlier this year, affected industrial plants, design bureaus and research institutes, government agencies, ministries and departments. The group delivers its malware using social engineering. From January 2020 to June 2022, adware hiding in browser extensions affected more than 4.3

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