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Malvertising

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Malvertising · N/A · 恶意广告 · mal-ver-TY-zing · malicious advertising · bad ads · Cybersecurity · ads · malware · webCybersecuritymalicious advertising bad ads

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Also known as: malicious advertising, bad ads

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

Malvertising is malware or phishing delivered through online ad networks — sometimes on otherwise legitimate sites.

Real-World Example

An ad banner that redirects to a fake Flash update installer is malvertising.

References

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