Are Viruses, Malware Winning The Security Battle?
By Online Security Authority on Jan 14, 2007 in ID theft, Online Security Authority, Thoughts on Security, Website Security
Virus programmers seem to know no limits when it comes to creative ways of make the internet unsafe. Rootkits, originally programs designed to help computer administrators, are the current bugbear for security firms trying to prevent them from sneaking worms, trojans, and viruses past anti-virus programs.
There is no stock recipe for detecting malware. Virus authors work hard to stay ahead ahead of their pursuers. To close that gap, most anti-virus programs perform what are known as heuristic scans to look for general virus behaviour patterns. Firewall software is recommended as an additional security measure. This allows the computer user to at least partially control what is being sent and received by his computer. At minimum, the Windows firewall function should be activated. Read more.
OSA Editorial Comments:
We have to be very smart when it comes to picking the right software to protecet our PC’s! Make sure you are using the most up to date online security for your internet connection including your Viruses and Malware, find out how your PC safe.
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Bill Wardell
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