Some intrusive ads can be triggered (when clicked) to execute scripts designed to stealthily download/install rogue software (e.g. on any visited website.Īdditionally, when clicked, the resultant ads redirect to sale-based, untrusted/rogue, deceptive/scam, compromised and malicious sites. Some types, classified as adware, run intrusive advertisement campaigns and enable the placement of pop-ups, banners, coupons, etc. These unwanted programs have various capabilities, which can endanger device/user safety. ![]() One marketing technique is called "bundling", by which the advertised content is pre-packed with additional, often malicious, PUAs. ![]() Software endorsed in this way may seem legitimate, however, these methods are commonly used to proliferate untrusted content. ![]() Products are classified as PUAs when they are promoted using dubious techniques. In fact, DriverMax is classified as a Potentially Unwanted Application (PUA) due to its dubious distribution methods, which can lead to inadvertent installation.Īpps that fall within this classification are typically distributed using the "bundling" method, deceptive/scam websites, or they are stealthily installed by intrusive advertisements. ![]() DriverMax is designed to ensure that the drivers installed onto the system are up to date (i.e., the software detects missing and outdated drivers).
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