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anon
10.06.09, 21:48
Which search terms would make it on the list if you would have to compile a list of the ten most dangerous web search terms? Most users would probably add search terms like warez, cracks and sex when asked to compile a top ten list. A recent McAfee study on the other hand came to a completely different conclusion. The ten most dangerous web search terms are everyday search terms that cannot be connected easily with malicious intent. The top spot is occupied by searches for Screensavers, followed by free games, work from home and Rihanna with Barrack Obama, the iPhone and Taxes in the list as well. It should however be noted that the top 10 list is made up of categories and not single search terms.

These search terms are more dangerous than, lets say warez, because most users know that warez can lead to malicious software quite easily while they most likely do not suspect the same from these popular search terms.

The Most Dangerous Web Search Terms (http://www.ghacks.net/2009/06/07/the-most-dangerous-web-search-terms/)

SBfreak
10.06.09, 22:24
http://www.ghacks.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/web_search.jpg

Lol I'll never search for screensavers again:mad2:

anon
10.06.09, 22:32
Fake ones tend to appear when you're not looking for them anyway. :redface: