Malvertising

Definition:

Malvertising (malicious advertising) involves injecting malicious code into online advertisements to spread malware or direct users to malicious websites, often without the user’s knowledge.

Use Cases:

  • Used by attackers to infect websites or display malicious ads on legitimate ad networks, tricking users into clicking malicious content.
  • Employed in large-scale attacks to distribute malware or phishing links through online ad platforms.

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Questions and Answers:

  • How does malvertising work?
    Attackers inject malicious code into legitimate online advertisements, which can infect a user’s device when they view or click on the ad.

  • What are the risks of malvertising?
    Malvertising can lead to malware infections, data theft, or the redirection of users to phishing websites.

  • How can users protect against malvertising?
    Users can protect themselves by using ad blockers, keeping browsers and plugins updated, and avoiding suspicious links or ads.
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