Imagine you’re browsing the web when suddenly your PC slows down, pop-up windows appear, and your personal data is stolen. Does that sound like something straight out of a cyber-thriller? Well, it’s actually the bitter reality of malvertising. This invisible threat disguises itself behind harmless ads and can cause a lot of damage. Here’s a quick explanation of what malvertising is, how it works, and what you can do to protect yourself and your devices. What is malvertising?Malvertising (short for malicious advertising) is the use of online ads to spread malware and/or redirect users to malici…