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SB017 Blocks browser pop-ups

Most web browsers come with a range of security options. One option is to automatically block pop-ups. Enabling this can help prevent security incidents caused by malicious pop-ups.


Why is it important?

Pop-ups can be dangerous. Blocking them using a browser's security settings reduces the risk of harm.

Priority Tier

Behaviours in SebDB are ranked by their impact on risk. Tier 1 behaviours have the biggest impact, Tier 4 behaviours the least.

Tier 3

Risk Mitigated

Malware Infection

Malware Infection

Malware infections occur when malicious software makes its way on to a device or network.

Data Theft

Data Theft

Data theft is the intentional stealing of data.

Further reading

https://www.us-cert.gov/publications/securing-your-web-browser https://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/protect-yourself/do-things-safely/browsing-web-safely https://resources.sei.cmu.edu/asset_files/WhitePaper/2002_019_001_496700.pdf

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