Typically, these scam pages download a file called ' AdobeFlashPlayerInstaller.dmg'. The other pop-up windows states that Adobe Flash Player is out of date, but also does not include the latest security updates and cannot be used (until visitors download and install an updated version). When opened, websites of this type display a pop-up window claiming that Adobe Flash Player is out of date and encouraging visitors to update it. Browsers usually open websites of this type due to PUAs that are already installed. In any case, never download or install software or files from these websites.
In some cases, they install malicious software including ransomware, Trojans, or other high-risk malware.
These fake installers are commonly designed to install multiple PUAs.
What is 'Latest version of Adobe Flash Player'?ĭisplayed by various scam websites, 'Latest version of Adobe Flash Player' is a deceptive message employed to trick visitors into using a fake Adobe Flash Player installer, which actually installs a potentially unwanted application (PUA) such as, for example, a browser hijacker or adware-type app.
