Phishing For Answers: How to Avoid Malware
Did you know that in 2020, over 500,000 NEW Malware attacks were detected? In this video, we discuss how you can protect yourself and your devices from malware.
Malware is software that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to devices. Simply put, Malware gets into your computer and steals data or destroys entire systems. So you could say getting malware is really bad.
But luckily, we’re going to cover a few things you can do to keep yourself protected.
1. Install antivirus software.
2. Keep your system and apps up to date.
3. Keep an eye out for phishing emails as it’s the easiest way cybercriminals get malware on to devices.
4. Use strong passwords.
While malware can be dangerous and hard to spot, If you follow our advice and stay diligent, you should be able to avoid falling victim to an attack. And until next time, let’s stay aware out there.
Training courses on this topic
From Hook Security’s security awareness training library.
- 5 minPhishing for AnswersFollow along as we answer common questions regarding cybersecurity and dive deep into specific terms. Plus - learn how to spot and avoid these common attacks. Available courses: Updating Devices, Too good to be true offers, Spyware, MFA, Passphrases, Evil Twin Attacks, Email Attachments
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