Cybercriminals are exploiting legitimate advertising platforms to distribute phony browser update pr

Cybercriminals are exploiting legitimate advertising platforms to distribute phony browser update prompts, propagating the SocGholish malware associated with groups like LockBit and Evil Corp.

This represents a Malware-as-a-Service operation that essentially turns your computer into an entry point for attackers.

Learn more about the methodology here: https://thehackernews.com/2025/08/socgholish-malware-spread-via-ad-tools.html