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RE: [Tech Tuesday] Applying Industry Security Controls to Personal Information Security #1: Keeping Track of Things.
Great idea for a series of posts, I look forward to reading more!
One question I have.... those pop-under adverts. I'm always scared they are running some process in the background.. is that possible?
It is possible. You need to check if the pop up is 1.) a new browser window 2.) A frame/image within the webpage you're currently on 3.) A new window generated by its own process. While all three are potentially dangerous, the third is cause for concern. It means that something has been downloaded and installed on your device and it is likely to have been infected.
Don't get easily tempted to click on the buttons (Close, OK, Yes, No, Cancel, Ignore, and the [X] on the top right corner.) These are click baits. Either close the entire browser or press Alt-F4 if you're on Windows.
Thanks for the question and stay safe!
Cheers for the in depth answer!
Thanks!