Malvertising: The Stealthy Threat Lurking in Search Results
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Malvertising: The Stealthy Threat Lurking in Search Results
Malicious digital advertisements, often referred to as "malvertising," have been a persistent threat in the online landscape. By infiltrating search results and prime advertising spots, cybercriminals leverage this technique to execute a wide range of malicious activities, from phishing attacks and credit card fraud to the distribution of harmful malware. The Evolution of Malvertising Tactics While malvertising has been around for years, recent trends like pig butchering investment scams and the proliferation of infostealing malware have revitalized its potency. Cybercriminals are increasingly employing sophisticated tactics to target unsuspecting victims. The Alarming Rise of Malvertising According to data from Malwarebytes, instances of malvertising in the US surged by 42% month-over-month in fall 2023 and continued to climb by another 41% from July to September of the same year. This alarming trend underscores the growing sophistication and effectiveness of these attacks. The …
