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Arc Browser Hype Hijacked: Google Ads Scam Infects Windows Users with Malware
Cybercriminals target the Arc browser for Windows launch with a malvertising campaign, tricking users into downloading trojanized installers. Always verify download sources and avoid Google Ads to stay safe.
Hot Take:
When your highly-anticipated browser launch gets hijacked by cybercriminals, it’s like throwing a grand opening party and forgetting to lock the doors. Cybersecurity 101, folks!
Key Points:
- Cybercriminals exploited the launch of the Arc browser for Windows with a malvertising campaign.
- Malicious ads on Google Search redirected users to fake domains resembling the official Arc site.
- Trojanized installer files downloaded additional malicious payloads via MEGA’s API.
- Malwarebytes found the malicious files were stealthy, making it hard for victims to detect the infection.
- The final payload is suspected to be an info-stealer, but this is not confirmed.
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