Modern Virus / Malware Threats (Part Three)

To continue our discussion on Virus/Malware infections, we will discuss The following dangers:

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Fake Anti-Virus / Ransom Ware

One of the most common and insidious types of malware are Ransom wares. The goal of these infections is to force the user in to paying money to restore functionality back to their computer. They employ a number of different tactics, though fear, is at the heart of every ransom ware attack. Fake anti-virus programs will tell you that you are majorly infected and need to pay X number of dollars to clean it up. Others will lock out your computer and tell you that you need to pay X number of dollars or the FBI or similar organization will arrest you.

Once they have your money they do not remove the infection, and in some cases they now have your credit card info. The latest example of these ransom wares will encrypt all the files on your hard drive and, unlike the others, you will need to pay to get them unencrypted. A good backup of your important files is the best offense to this type of malware. Some of these “file locking” algorythums are so sophisticated that it is virtually impossible to recover your files. If you are on a business of home network, these locking infections can flood the entire network and all of your computers in minutes, locking everything in its’ path. Back up your files regularly!
e.g. CryptoWall, FBI Warning, WinAntiVirus, CryptoLocker

Rootkit

Hidden deep inside the computers system files, Rootkits are designed to run malicious programs in the background. A computer with a rootkit will show no signs of infection at first, but as the malware pours in the system will become unstable and slow. Most forms of malware can infect your computer through Rootkits. These infections CAN NOT BE REMOVED REMOTELY, they typically load onto your system before Microsoft(r) Windows ever starts up. SoftQue can usually removed these threats for you in shop.
We will continue this discussion in our next post.

So remember, there are a lot of shady organizations on the Internet.  They will prey on your fears and offer you an illusion of security.  Don’t fall for their claims, and never provide payment information.  Call a computer repair service in Mesa, AZ for full computer virus protection.

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