Web threats and attacks will continue to evolve.
But surfers can protect themselves against the majority of malicious code by following eight different steps. To provide the greatest degree of security, surfers cannot rely entirely on technology, and should also address the behavioral issues that are most likely to create risky situations.
The safest way to deal with a danger is avoidance.
1. Educate yourself.
At least every 6 to 12 months, surfers should browse the educational information provided by their operating system and security vendors and subscribe to any security-related newsletters they might offer. According to David Perry, familiarity with the latest threats, dangers, and recommended safety tips will allow surfers to make safe choices. "Until you know what's out there, you're just flying blind. Without an education, you're wide open".
2. Avoid suspect sites.
While criminals can infect even mainstream Web sites, sites such as gambling sites, adult Internet sites, and illegal file-sharing sites are far more likely to carry malicious code. Web sites that offer "something for nothing" frequently recoup their losses by infecting visitors' PCs.
3. Disable scripting and "widgets."
Many Web-based attacks use various scripting languages to run infectious programs in a browser or use downloadable "widgets" to execute infections locally. By disabling scripting and avoiding downloadable widgets wherever possible, surfers disable these common attack vectors.
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At least every 6 to 12 months, surfers should browse the educational information provided by their operating system and security vendors and subscribe to any security-related newsletters they might offer. According to David Perry, familiarity with the latest threats, dangers, and recommended safety tips will allow surfers to make safe choices. "Until you know what's out there, you're just flying blind. Without an education, you're wide open".
2. Avoid suspect sites.
While criminals can infect even mainstream Web sites, sites such as gambling sites, adult Internet sites, and illegal file-sharing sites are far more likely to carry malicious code. Web sites that offer "something for nothing" frequently recoup their losses by infecting visitors' PCs.
3. Disable scripting and "widgets."
Many Web-based attacks use various scripting languages to run infectious programs in a browser or use downloadable "widgets" to execute infections locally. By disabling scripting and avoiding downloadable widgets wherever possible, surfers disable these common attack vectors.
Provided for your reading pleasure by Trend Micro.
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