<p><pre><code> "If the home computer was not protected with up-to-date anti-virus software, the Angler would search for vulnerabilities and, if possible, deliver the "ransomware" that seized control of the machine."
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It is amusing that they don't mention that ad bocking extensions also protect against this sort of thing. In fact, defense in depth against malicious ads are one of the best reasons to run an adblocker.