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What Is a Drive-By Download? | TecnetOne Glossary

Written by Tecnet One | Oct 6, 2026, 11:30:54 PM

A drive-by download is a malware download that happens just by visiting a compromised web page, without the user clicking or accepting anything. It exploits vulnerabilities in the browser or its plugins, which is why keeping software up to date is the main defense.

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