Virus And Spyware Information Central

Viruses and spyware have become a constant threat for most of us. Therefore we are in the process of gathering all our information pertaining to thos issues into a single location.

Stop Badware.org A Website You Want In Your Favorites

The Stop Badware website is an excellent resource for staying informed. This is a group of businesses that have come together to fight the growing malware threat. We encourage you to add this one to your favorites and visit them frequently.
Visit The Stop Badware Website

New Website To Expose Purveyors of Spyware

This new website appears to be one we want to include in our arsenal.
New Website To Expose Purveyors of Spyware

Useful Spyware Information

This article by The New York Times Tech section provides a useful explanation of what Spyware is.
Useful Explanation of Spyware

How And Why A Virus Gets Created

This very informative article is well worth taking the time to read. It explains a great deal about why viruses get released and warns that we will probably see many more in the future.
How And Why A Virus Gets Created

First Internet Worm Celebrates Birthday

The appearance of the first worm changed things forever.
First Internet Worm Celebrates Birthday

Are You Up To Date On Your Virus and Worm History?

The author reviews virus and worm history from the beginning to Today.
Are You Up To Date On Your Virus and Worm History?

Melissa's Long Gone, But Lessons Remain

Melissa still has much to teach us.
Melissa's Long Gone, But Lessons Remain

Instant Messengers: The Next Virus And Worms Targets?

Read about how the worm and virus threat may be shifting to Instant Messenger programs and how to avoid them.
Instant Messengers The Next Virus And Worm Targets?

Home Computers Face Security Onslaught

Your vrand new home computer can be attacked within 12 Minutes of going online this author says.
Home Computers Face Security Onslaught

PC Viruses Hit 20 Year Milestone

A quick look at the history of viruses.
PC Viruses Hit 20 Year Milestone

As Computer Virus Celebrates 20th Anniversery, The Battle Continues And Gets Tougher

The author describes the battle going on to access your computer and the rising comsumer frustration.
As Computer Virus Celebrates 20th Anniversery, The Battle Continues And Gets Tougher

Does Your New USB Flash Drive Contain Malware?

This article suggests that good safety practices and common sense needs to be employed when introducing a new USB storage device to your system.
Does Your New USB Flash Drive Contain Malware?

Poisoned Websites Attack Visitors

This article helps you know which websites you may want to avoid.
Poisoned Websites Attack Visitors

User's Bad Habits Cause Most of Their Malware Problems

Results of a recent conference conclude that computer users cause most of their own malware problems.
User's Bad Habits Cause Most of Their Malware Problems

Top Eleven Malware Threats And Terms To Be Aware of For 2008

Here are some threats and terms we're likely to need to know about.
Top Eleven Malware Threats And Terms To Be Aware of For 2008

Use Of Rogue DNS Servers On The Rise

When you click on that link, are you going where you want to go? According to this article, maybe not!
Use Of Rogue DNS Servers On The Rise

Malware, One Victim's Story

This article clearly points out the necessity of being very careful about your online habits.
Malware, One Victim's Story

Many New Electronic Gadgets Are Coming With Viruses Pre-Installed

When you proudly bring that new electronic gadget home, you may be bringing more than you bargained for.
Many New Electronic Gadgets Are Coming With Viruses Pre-Installed

The Battle Against The Botnet Hordes

This author points out that as users of online services we need to be the first line of defense.
The Battle Against The Botnet Hordes

Kaspersky Lab Says, Trojans Not Viruses, Now Main Threat

This highly respected anti-virus lab indicates that viruses are no longer the main threat.
Kaspersky Lab Says, Trojans Not Viruses, Now Main Threat

Beware Of Fake Anti-Virus Scans

A report from Panda Security warns that those free anti-virus scans may be trying to relieve you of some of your money.
Beware Of Fake Anti-Virus Scans

Fake Microsoft E Mail Contains Trojan

This realistic looking e mail claiming to be a Microsoft security patch actually contains a trojan.
Fake Microsoft E Mail Contains Trojan

Trojan Virus Steals Banking Info

This article describes a type of trojan that can infect your computer when you visit an infected website.
Trojan Virus Steals Banking Info

WebsiteBased Malware Attacks Hit All Time High

It seems that the focus of malware attacks is changing.
WebsiteBased Malware Attacks Hit All Time High

Beware Fake CNN E Mail Offering "Graphic" Video Related To The Israel-Hamas conflict

A fake CNN E Mail currently making the rounds actually contains a link that if followed will install a trojan that can steal financial information.
Beware Fake CNN E Mail Offering "Graphic" Video Related To The Israel-Hamas conflict

Nasty Worm Has Wriggled Into Millions of Computers

This article describes the spread of the latest worm known by a number of names and suggests ways to protect yourself.
Nasty Worm Has Wriggled Into Millions of Computers

Alarm Sounded Over WI-FI Networks

A research team has discovered that malware could be spread rapidly over WI-FI networks intended to provide convenient Internet access.
Alarm Sounded Over WI-FI Networks

Parking Tickets Now Latest Way To Spread Computer Viruses

Those seeking to make a profit from selling bogus anti malware programs have found a new way to trap victims.
Parking Tickets Now Latest Way To Spread Computer Viruses

Spotting A Computer Infection

This article gives some tips and suggests some on line resources to help you determine if your computer could be infected.
Spotting A Computer Infection

Conficker Worm Draws Counter Attack

Several large companies are banding together in an effort to catch those responsible for the Conficker Worm.
Conficker Worm Draws Counter Attack

Experts Post Fake AntiVirus Scam Warning

Experts caution that the hackers behind the fake AntiVirus scams are getting cleverer.
Experts Post Fake AntiVirus Scam Warning

How To Tell, What To Do If Your Computer Is Infected

This very informative article suggest some things you should be watching for and what to do if you find them.
How To Tell, What To Do If Your Computer Is Infected

Stop Badware.org and Consumer Reports NetWatch Launch On Line Badware Busting Community

In an effort to assist consumers a new on line badware fighting community has been created.
Stop Badware.org and Consumer Reports NetWatch Launch On Line Badware Busting Community

Nasty New Worm Targets Home Routers, Cable Modems

Although this particular worm is not thought to be a serious threat, it's the first of this type and is considered to be a troubling new development.
Nasty New Worm Targets Home Routers, Cable Modems

Conficker Worm Becomes Active, Begins Peddling Rogue AntiVirus Software

The Conficker worm has moved into a new stage intended to make money for its creators.
Conficker Worm Becomes Active, Begins Peddling Rogue AntiVirus Software

Stolen Data Trove Offers Look Inside a Botnet

This article is one you certainly want to read. It makes it very clear just how important good security practices are.
Stolen Data Trove Offers Look Inside a Botnet

Stealthy Rootkit Slides Further Under The Radar

This article discusses the use of very hard to detect rookits in infections commonly called drive-bys.
Stealthy Rootkit Slides Further Under The Radar

Coordinated Malware Resists Eradication

How do you make a malware infection worse? By programming it to repair itself.
Coordinated Malware Resists Eradication

First Review: Microsoft's Security Essentials

Here's a brief look at Microsoft's new Security essentials security suite.
First Review: Microsoft's Security Essentials

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Updated on ... June 26, 2009