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Online ads weaponised to deliver ‘zero-click’ spyware, researchers say
(www.theguardian.com)
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this post was submitted on 15 Oct 2026
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Once again proving that my PiHole is an essential security component on my network instead of just something that blocks annoying ads.
You're saying that uBlockOrigin would not block these ads ?
uBlock Origin and Pi-hole are both fantastic (but different) tools.
It would only block these ads if they are displayed in a browser with ublock installed. Apps would still be a problem.
Where did they say that?
Maybe, but my PiHole blocks these ads before they even hit my network. I have no ads on any device in my home, including phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc.
Any guest that comes over and connects to my wifi suddenly sees a much cleaner internet.