Oct. 18, 2023, 12:01 p.m. | Sujatha

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Malware distribution on users’ computers is achieved through phony browser updates presented on websites that hackers have hijacked. When a user visits a hacked website, they may see a message purporting to be from the browser’s developer (such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge) advising them to update their browser. The link leads users to download […]


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