![]() ![]() Latest Statistics 25 million new strains of malware detected in 2009 66% of these new strains were Trojans McAfee reported a new record in the 2 nd quarter of 2010 - 6 million new malware recorded Experts predict that will rise to 1 in 12. 1 in 78 links in instant messages leads to malware. Latest Statistics In 2006 there was 1 infected website for every 20,000 websites. Malware – mal icious soft ware Intent is to damage, disrupt, steal, control or otherwise inflict problems on computers, data, hosts, or networks. ![]() Use STRONG passwords where money or sensitive information is involved. Handoutīest Practices Use multiple layers of security for the best protection There are no “safe” websites. You alone are responsible for what you do on your own computer.Īgenda Part 1 - Existing threats Scams, Phishing, Viruses, Worms, Trojans Backdoors, Spyware, Rootkits, Botnets Part 2 - Protection Layered Security Best Practices Security Software & Suites Backups Supportīest Practices Update your operating system regularly Update other programs and applications regularly Backup your data or your whole system on a regular basis. Internet Security Dave Palmer Instructional Media Agent South Central Extension District How to Protect Yourself from Existing Internet Threats 2.0ĭisclaimer The information presented here are only options, not recommendations.
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