Google will start punishing websites that trick people.
Malware keeps spreading in the Chrome browser, and it's getting harder and harder to stay safe online, especially because many hackers use the "back button hijacking" method.
Many phishing scams, adware, and online bullying come from bad websites that don't let users close or exit their browser, which keeps them stuck in online scams.
This has been a big problem for a long time, but Google is now trying to stop it by putting in place a penalty that will protect users from these illegal activities and help build trust online.
Everyone has found websites that "promise" to give you what you need while looking for something or an app to download. In the end, these websites are full of too many ads.
These bad websites use a method called "back button hijacking" that stops you from going back to the previous page or leaving the site. This makes you see the ad and changes your browsing history.
Moreover, it's also a source of numerous cyberattacks. Most online hackers use these strategies to inject malware and perform various actions to gain control of your browser or system, such as the following:
● Adware: Annoying advertisements that force you to click on pop-up windows or banners.
● Browser Hijackers: These programs take control of your browser to change security settings or download malicious files.
● Scareware: If you leave this page, you will be directed to another page containing fake warnings designed to trick you into installing viruses on your computer.
In addition, there is phishing, where scammers impersonate other companies in advertisements and trick you into providing your data, or malicious redirects that include tools for exploiting security vulnerabilities.
To combat this, Google officially announced that, starting June 15, it will penalize all websites that use "back button hijacking" in search results.
This ensures safer internet browsing, with fewer spam messages and fewer platforms that harm users with inappropriate advertising.
The decision was taken drastically because this type of behavior has increased significantly, especially on low-quality websites, and this affects the Chrome browser and its policies to combat abuse.