Malvertising – Understanding Online Ad-Based Threats

This training video introduces the concept of malvertising—malicious advertising used by cybercriminals to distribute malware and compromise user systems. It explains how these threats are embedded within legitimate online ads, how they affect both users and publishers, and the methods attackers use to infiltrate advertising networks.

The module also highlights the differences between malvertising and adware, the risks posed to individuals and organizations, and the best practices to stay protected while browsing online.

By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize malvertising threats, understand how they operate, and apply practical strategies to safeguard your systems and data.

Topics covered include:

• What malvertising is

• How malvertising operates

• Malvertising vs. adware

• How malicious ads harm users

• Impact on website publishers and businesses

• Methods used to insert malware into advertisements

• Effective strategies to prevent malvertising