Malicious ads creep into Bing Chat responses

Users of Bing Chat, the GPT-4-powered search engine Microsoft introduced earlier this year, are being targeted with ads leading to malware. According to Malwarebytes researchers, searching for Advanced IP Scanner (network-scanning software) or MyCase (… Continue reading Malicious ads creep into Bing Chat responses

Malvertising Attack Drops BlackCat Ransomware via Fake Search Results

By Waqas
Happeneing through Google Search, hackers use a malicious ISO archive to distribute files that direct users to fake download pages of popular business applications. 
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Infostealer with hVNC capability pushed via Google Ads

There has been a noted increase in malvertising via Google Ads this year, aimed at tricking users into downloading malware; among these malicious payloads is LOBSHOT, an infostealer that can also establish and keep long-term remote control of target co… Continue reading Infostealer with hVNC capability pushed via Google Ads

New VPN Malvertising Attack Drops OpcJacker Crypto Stealer

By Deeba Ahmed
Researchers warned that the campaign works through a network of fake websites that promote seemingly harmless crypto apps and other software.
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Google ads increasingly pointing to malware

The FBI has recently warned the public about search engine ads pushing malware diguised as legitimate software – an old tactic that has lately resulted in too many malicious ads served to users searching for software, cracked software, drivers &#… Continue reading Google ads increasingly pointing to malware

Don’t click too quick! FBI warns of malicious search engine ads

The FBI is warning US consumers that cybercriminals are placing ads in search engine results that impersonate well-known brands, in an attempt to spread ransomware and steal financial information.

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ChromeLoader Browser Malware Spreading Via Pirated Games and QR Codes

By Waqas
A new malvertising campaign has emerged in which ChromeLoader malware is being used to hijack browsers and steal…
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