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He underscores the importance of keeping software up to date, avoiding dubious websites, and being cautious with links and attachments. For instance, visiting shady sites or downloading files from untrusted sources significantly increases the risk of infection.
Real-World Incidents and the Power of Vigilance
A notable example Brad shares involves a massive malware scare on Facebook where malicious ads injected exploit code into the social media platform. Despite Facebook’s security measures, the malware spread quickly through embedded JavaScript in ads, prompting millions of detections within hours.