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Technique

Pop-up Scareware

DELIVERY

Browser-based alerts falsely claiming device infection to drive victims toward tech support scams or malware downloads.

Common attack flows

How it fits in a scam

This technique shows up duringDELIVERY

Before

  • MalvertisingDELIVERY

After

  • Remote Access ToolPERSISTENCE
  • Tech Support ScamDELIVERY

Defense

How to defend against this

Tools you can use

  • Mobile Security AppCost low · Effect high

Seen in the wild

Where we’ve seen it

Commonly targets

  • Gamer

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Similar defense

  • Malicious App Installation
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