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Computer security threats are relentlessly inventive. Masters of disguise and manipulation, these threats constantly evolve to find new ways to annoy, steal and harm. Arm yourself with information and resources to safeguard against complex and growing computer security threats and stay safe online.
Perhaps the most well known computer security threat, a computer virus is a program written to alter the way a computer operates, without the permission or knowledge of the user. A virus replicates and executes itself, usually doing damage to your computer in the process. Learn how to combat computer virus threats and stay safe online.
Your in-box is full of messages from people or companies you don’t recognize. You receive unexplained text messages on your cell phone. It’s likely you’re experiencing a serious computer security threat. Spam, or junk e-mail, is cost-shifted advertising that wastes valuable time and resources. You can delete it, but why not learn how to prevent spam?
Masquerading as a trustworthy person or business, phishers attempt to steal sensitive financial or personal information through fraudulent e-mail or instant messages. How can you tell the difference between a legitimate message and a phishing scam? Educate yourself on the latest tricks and scams.
People, not computers, create computer security threats and malware. Hackers and predators are programmers who victimize others for their own gain by breaking into computer systems to steal, change or destroy information as a form of cyber-terrorism. What scams are they using lately? Learn how to combat dangerous malware and stay safe online.
Unmask the computer security threats most prevalent in number and complexity. Know the name of a specific spyware threat? Search our comprehensive spyware threats database for all the details including method of infection, program characteristics, consequences and recommended course of action.