Internet security firm Kaspersky antivirus again and found a new way of sending spam spammers. New ways to use video links in the ads lure victims.Kaspersky noted that most spam is sent with a link that directs users to a video ad on YouTube. There are several variations of ways in the message, but the average leading to a video hosting site. This record proves YouTube has the potential to distribute spam because its popularity around the world.
In the year 2007, Kaspersky Lab predicts the possibility of using YouTube as a medium for spreading spam. But this is the first time the company's renowned specialists detect electronic messages specifically intended to get users to see video ads.
"Of course, this type of advertising is more attractive and get more hits," said Head of Content Analysis and Research at Kaspersky Lab Gudkova Darya, told through the Hardware Zone, Friday (23/10/2009).
"Two years ago, Spammers use YouTube and promising a video of interest to lure users to a site advertising. Now really special link leads to a popular video hosting sites which are used to store content unwanted ads," he added.
This is not the first time approach 'creative' is used by spammers this year. In April, the message containing the detected complex image ads are used by spammers. Technique is applied to the graphic file, causing problems for the spam filter can not be used.
Kaspersky Lab want to reiterate how important it is for users to keep spam filter turned on, to block unwanted messages or potentially dangerous. The spam filter is also useful to continue to improve protection against all types of electronic messages that are not requested.
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