Yandex Browser has prevented users from accessing dangerous websites over 350 million times in the past six months, tripling the total recorded for all of 2023. The browser’s built-in neural network plays a key role in identifying threats, checking websites for phishing in real time, and warning users about risks.
Growing Database Of Dangerous Sites
The browser’s database now includes over 600,000 phishing and harmful websites, with 178,000 new pages added in the last six months alone. The service issues around two million daily warnings about potential fraudulent sites. Neural network technology accelerates the process, analyzing site behavior and identifying threats quickly.
Common Scams Detected
Yandex Browser’s neural networks have identified several recurring types of phishing and scam sites designed to steal personal and banking data:
- Fake Video Platforms: Users are tricked into subscribing to notifications, leading to phishing attempts.
- Bogus Shopping And Fundraising Sites: These aim to collect bank card details through fraudulent payment pages.
- Scam Dating Sites: Users are asked to pay for non-existent subscriptions.
- Fake Investment Offers: Personal data is collected under the guise of lucrative investment opportunities.
- Lottery And Sweepstakes Scams: Users are prompted to provide card details to claim fabricated prizes.
- Compensation Fraud Pages: Sites claim to offer compensation and request sensitive information.
Enhanced Security With AI
The integration of neural networks allows Yandex Browser to detect and block threats faster, helping users avoid falling victim to scams. As the database grows, the browser continues to improve its protective capabilities.
Earlier, Yandex Browser introduced a cashback feature in rubles for purchases made in stores and marketplaces, adding further value for users.