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    How Threats Conceal Themselves

                      Hidden threats are often designed to look harmless or even beneficial. They can
                      trick users into thinking they are safe, which makes them dangerous.

                      Some common ways threats hide include:

                          Fake websites: These websites  look  similar to

                           real ones  but  are created  to  steal  personal
                           information,  like passwords or credit  card

                           details.

                                                                Pop-up ads: Some ads appear while browsing,
                                                                 claiming  to  offer free products  or services.
                                                                 Clicking on these can lead to malicious software

                                                                 being installed.

                          Phishing  emails: These emails  seem  like  they
                           are from trusted sources, like a bank or a popular

                           website, asking users to click on links or provide
                           personal details.

                                                                Malware: Malware can disguise  itself as a
                                                                 harmless file or download. Once opened, it can

                                                                 steal information, damage a device or control it
                                                                 remotely.

                          Trojan horses: These are programs disguised
                           as legitimate software but secretly cause harm

                           by stealing data or giving attackers access to
                           your device.

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