Malware attack has become a bigger technological threat event nowadays. It is one kind of software that can gain access to another device or computer. Malware has been designed to get access to your PC, and it can cause severe damages as well.
How?
Well, Malware is such kind of software that can steal any information or particular file from your device. So, by now, I hope you understand what exactly the Malware is?
However, Malware is not a single kind of thing. Many types of malware can infiltrate your personal computer. Spyware, viruses, keyloggers, worms are also can be considered as the Malware. The work process and fatality of malware are fundamentally based on the intention of the creator who programmed it. Some malware will easily gain access to your PC and steal each and every file required, some malware may erase or corrupt your device and even some malware’s made to make your computers performance slower and so on. You just can’t imagine how many damages and negativities can be done by malware. Now, let’s talk about some broad categories of malware.
Adware: This is such kind of malware that can make your web browsing uncomfortable. Many unwanted and disturbing advertisement will appear, and your PC will be forced to show those Ads.
Spyware: Spywares are programmed to gain access to any computer, and those are smart enough to steal any information from your device without giving you a single hint!
Spam: Spam is one of the most irritating malware systems that will fill your mailbox with some unwanted e-mails, pornographic content and other money making offers that is completely untrue or a scam.
Virus: Computer virus is also a malware which has been designed or coded to do any further harm to your computer. It can reproduce and copy itself automatically. The primary intention of a virus is to destroy or corrupt any other program stored on your PC. A virus can inject themselves into another file on your PC and can corrupt them very easily.
Worm: Just like Viruses, the worm has some similarities. The worm is also a malicious self-injective program that can copy and replicate them. But unlike the virus, Worm doesn’t need to be attached in a file. The worm can spread and infect the target through the internet.
Trojan Horses: This malicious computer program is designed to hack or infiltrate your personal device. A Trojan or Trojan can steal all the data from your computer. Sometimes, it can corrupt any data.
Malware attack can make your devices vulnerable and weak.
Malware Attack – How Dangerous It Can be for Your Business?
There are many side effects and bad impacts can be visible through every single malware attack. Let’s see how harmful it can be for you.
Some malware has been designed to crash your PC, and you know what does it mean right? A crash issue can cost you a lot.
Malware can also slow your PC down. Not only the device but also the internet connection can become weaker and slower.
You will see a particular error message as a result. Malware causes this malfunction.
Sometimes you will not be able to shut your PC down or even restart. Malware can activate any process of your computer operating systems.
I have mentioned already that, malware can steal information or any data from your device. Trojan Horses are such type of malware.
Malware can hijack your system browsers and can lead you to specific sites for a purpose. Maybe you don’t want to go to the site, but the malware will force your browser to get into the unwanted site.
A powerful or poorly coded malware can turn your PC into a server or host and can broadcast any further attacks from your PC to another.
Malware are so vicious that, it can send spam emails to another user using your email address and can send spam emails to your inbox too!
It can send such email which you didn’t write or didn’t have any idea. So, it can get you a serious trouble for you and your company.
Through a malware, the attacker can control your PC and can do whatever they want. Even malware can even control your internet connection.
Sometimes, you may see some unwanted toolbar is appearing on screen. If that happens, you know that your PC is under attack. Not only tool bars but also some unusual icons can be visible on your desktop screen.
However, some malware or spyware are so modest that you will not notice them, they will not even harm your PC either! Don’t be so happy guys! Because they will keep stealing all the information from your PC without causing any further damage to your device.
Having said all these risks and impacts, malware is a very evil entity that can be an intrusive threat for you and your business. So, you better keep your personal computer safe and clean if you use it for an official or business purpose. You may not know, but someone is trying to get all the magical formula of your success in a technological way. I think that is enough said and you can now understand how important is to follow the internet security tips and the cyber security tips. Decrease a chance of harm that can happen!
Recent Malware Attacks and Impacts
According to the KasperSky Lab report, 2015 was the year where many big number malware attacks were found. More than 2 million attempts to steal money via online bank were detected. That’s not all. Let’s see some major reports based on the recent malware attacks.
In 2015, around 1,966,324 malware threat notifications were received by users around the world. The most astonishing thing is, most of those attacks were attempted to steal money from banks.
More than 753,000 ransomware programs were detected worldwide and around 129,209 computers were on the target list for further encryption ransomware attack.
Single-handedly, KasperSky Lab successfully identified around 121,262,075 malware files around the world and also repelled 798,113,087 real-time attacks worldwide.
Cybercriminals managed to use 6,563,145 hosts to initiate those malware attacks.
In the United States of America, many hospitals and cafes have lost around $24 million money by some vicious ransomware attacks.
As a result, sometimes, malware attack can cause huge amount of losses which is unimaginable
Guard Yourself from Malware
Use a strong and protective anti-virus for your PC and other required device. As you know, smartphones are not safe from malware.
Be certain that your internet service provider or ISP is safe and enough security conscious.
Always use the latest version and updated OS, software, and applications.
Always try to avoid any illegal or third-party websites. Because third-party sites are the store house of malware. Those sites will make your system vulnerable.
Try to keep backup files and be serious about it. You will not be triumphal if you ever lose them.
Think before you download anything and activate the internet security option if you have any.
Keep your mailbox clean. It means, does not keep spam emails. Remove them immediately.
Do not jump out of excitement when you see money making offers, “date a beautiful girl” pop-up, error messages and do not open random attachments. Because, no one on earth can make you rich and can give you a beautiful girl either!
Hopefully, this article will make you more aware and be serious about malware attacks.
So, these are some basic Do’s and Don’ts in case of malware attack. The most important thing is, be a smart and sensible person. Always remember, hackers are also human just like us. If they can be smart enough to get the access to your property, why don’t you become an intelligent person and don’t let them do this to you?