Clickjacking Is Becoming A Significant Danger Online

But you will NOT find it on major websites or Shopify stores (such as SCARS websites,) so be careful on small third-party websites

Clickjacking is a malicious online attack that tricks users into clicking on a seemingly innocuous object on a webpage, such as a button or link, when in reality they are clicking on an invisible or disguised element that performs a different action. The attacker’s goal is to redirect the user’s click to a malicious webpage or to trigger an unwanted action, such as downloading malware or making an unauthorized purchase.

Clickjacking Definition:

The malicious practice of manipulating a website user’s activity by concealing hyperlinks beneath legitimate clickable content, thereby causing the user to perform actions of which they are unaware.

The technique of clickjacking often involves using HTML frames, which are essentially nested webpages embedded within another webpage. By carefully layering and positioning these frames, attackers can create a hidden overlay on top of the legitimate webpage, making it appear that the user is clicking on an element on the visible page when they are actually clicking on the hidden frame. This hidden frame can then execute the attacker’s desired action.

What is Clickjacking?

According to Fox News:

What is clickjacking?
Clickjacking is a trick where a malicious website tricks you into clicking on something different from what you think you’re clicking on. Imagine you’re trying to click on a button, to play a video, but instead, you’re actually clicking on a hidden link that does something else, like sharing your personal information, downloading malware, transferring funds, or liking a page without you knowing. It’s like a digital bait-and-switch.

Clickjacking Attacks

Clickjacking attacks can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

• Spreading malware: Attackers can use clickjacking to redirect users to malicious web pages that automatically download malware onto their devices.

• Generating ad revenue: Clickjacking can be used to force users to click on ads or affiliate links, generating revenue for the attacker.

• Boosting social media engagement: Attackers can use clickjacking to artificially inflate the number of clicks or likes on social media posts, making them appear more popular.

• Stealing sensitive information: Clickjacking can be used to trick users into entering sensitive information, such as login credentials or credit card numbers, onto fake websites.

Online Ads & Clickjacking

NOTE: SCARS websites do not allow ads to help prevent malicious adware attacks (we depend on your donations instead.)

Online ads can be used as clickjacking attacks. In fact, clickjacking is a common way for scammers to generate ad revenue. By tricking users into clicking on ads, scammers can earn money from the advertisers.

There are a few different ways that scammers can use online ads to clickjack users. One common method is to use a hidden iframe. An iframe is an HTML element that allows you to embed one webpage inside another webpage. Scammers can use a hidden iframe to create a transparent overlay on top of a legitimate webpage. This overlay can then be used to trick users into clicking on an ad.

Another way that scammers can use online ads to clickjack users is to use a JavaScript redirect. A JavaScript redirect is a piece of code that can be used to redirect a user to a different webpage when they click on a link or button. Scammers can use a JavaScript redirect to redirect users to an ad webpage, even if the user clicked on a different link or button.

Clickjacking can be difficult to detect, but there are a few things you can look for to protect yourself.

• First, be wary of ads that seem too good to be true. If an ad is offering something that seems too good to be true, it probably is.
• Second, be careful about clicking on ads that are very close together. Scammers often try to trick users into clicking on multiple ads by placing them very close together.
• Finally, be sure to keep your web browser and operating system up to date. Software updates often include security patches that can help to protect against clickjacking attacks.

Identify a Website that Engages in Clickjacking

Protect Against Clickjacking

To protect yourself from clickjacking, you should follow these tips:

• Be cautious when clicking on links or buttons, especially on unfamiliar websites. Hover over links to see the actual URL before clicking, and be wary of buttons that seem too good to be true.

• Install a reputable ad blocker. Ad blockers can help to prevent clickjacking attacks by blocking malicious scripts and overlays.

• Keep your web browser and operating system up to date. Software updates often include security patches that can help to protect against clickjacking attacks.

• Be aware of the signs of clickjacking. If you see a webpage that appears to have hidden elements or if you are unsure about the legitimacy of a link or button, avoid clicking on it.

• Install a security extension for your web browser. (SCARS uses MalwareBytes) Security extensions can help to protect you from a variety of online threats, including clickjacking.

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