Malware?
Malware?
You might suspect malware if the ad appeared unexpectedly or prompted unusual actions without clear instructions. Since you didn’t see a standard permission prompt, proceed with caution and scan the site for suspicious behavior. If you notice any odd activity or changes in your device, consider removing the ad and running a full system check.
Nothing appeared, the ad disappeared unexpectedly, which seemed strange.
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Typical infection methods include launching a .exe file, accessing compromised PDF documents, enabling Java execution, and using JSHooks. Even if nothing appears to have been done, you might still be at risk. Running a basic malware scan or an online antivirus check is advisable for peace of mind.