Malware 101 - Emsisoft | Cybersecurity Blog https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/category/protection-guides/malware-101/ Straight-talking security advice from the Malware Experts Mon, 27 Feb 2023 09:50:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/cropped-icon_eam-32x32.png Malware 101 - Emsisoft | Cybersecurity Blog https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/category/protection-guides/malware-101/ 32 32 The business owner’s guide to preventing ransomware attacks https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/43556/the-business-owners-guide-to-preventing-ransomware-attacks/ Fri, 07 Oct 2022 02:18:00 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=43556 This blog post discusses the threat of ransomware to businesses and provides proven techniques for preventing attacks and responding to incidents.

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]]> What is Clickjacking & How to Prevent Attacks https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/43394/clickjacking/ Fri, 05 Aug 2022 21:13:46 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=43394 What is clickjacking? Read our guide to learn about types of clickjacking attacks and how to prevent clickjacking vulnerability in your business.

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]]> Drive-by downloads: Can you get malware just from visiting a website? https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/38301/drive-by-downloads-can-you-get-malware-just-from-visiting-a-website/ Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:12:07 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=38301 A drive-by download refers to the download of malicious software to your device without your consent. Learn how to protect your system from this threat.

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]]> How to check if my computer has a virus: Top 10 symptoms of malware infection https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/33188/how-to-check-if-my-computer-has-a-virus-top-10-symptoms-of-malware-infection/ Mon, 20 May 2019 18:01:44 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=33188 Is your PC showing signs of a computer virus? Here are the 10 most common symptoms of malware and how you can keep your PC clean from future malware infections.

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]]> There’s no malware on my PC, so why does Google redirect me to dodgy websites? https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/32831/theres-no-malware-on-my-pc-so-why-does-google-redirect-me-to-dodgy-websites/ Tue, 19 Mar 2019 20:05:47 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=32831 Ever clicked on a Google search result only to be directed to a dodgy website? Find out how malicious redirects work and what you can do about them.

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]]> Phishing vs spear phishing vs whaling attacks https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/32736/phishing-vs-spear-phishing-vs-whaling-attacks/ Tue, 19 Feb 2019 19:38:54 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=32736 Learn more about the differences between phishing, spear phishing and whaling attacks, and find out how you can keep your business safe. 

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]]> 10 Internet security tips to make 2019 your most cyber secure year ever https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/32571/10-internet-security-tips-to-make-2019-your-most-cyber-secure-year-ever/ Fri, 18 Jan 2019 23:28:52 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=32571 The new year is here, and now is the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and start 2019 off on the right foot. While many people’s New Year’s resolutions will be centered around eating healthier and exercising more, here at Emsisoft we’re more concerned about your digital wellbeing.    Cybersecurity promises to remain an important […]

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]]> Why is my laptop fan so loud? Malware could be to blame https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/32448/why-is-my-laptop-fan-so-loud-malware-could-be-to-blame/ Wed, 19 Dec 2018 17:22:35 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=32448 Has your laptop started running hotter than usual? Find out why your laptop is overheating and what you can do to fix the problem. 

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]]> Antivirus is just snake oil and harms your security! Yeah, nah. https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/30508/antivirus-is-all-snake-oil-and-harms-your-security-yeah-nah/ Wed, 14 Mar 2018 20:20:39 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=30508 Many writers over the years have insisted that antivirus software causes more harm than good. While there is a grain of truth to these claims, things are not quite as black and white as they seem. We show you an insider's perspective.

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]]> What is a rootkit? https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/29468/rootkits/ https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/29468/rootkits/#comments Wed, 10 Jan 2018 12:25:50 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=29468 Rootkits enable criminals to manipulate your computer and access your system’s resources without your knowledge. Find out what makes rootkits a dangerous threat.

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]]> https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/29468/rootkits/feed/ 2 Fileless malware: Invisible threat or scaremongering hype? https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/29070/fileless-malware-attacks/ https://www.emsisoft.com/en/blog/29070/fileless-malware-attacks/#comments Fri, 17 Nov 2017 17:35:39 +0000 https://blog.emsisoft.com/?p=29070 Sneaky fileless malware attacks are growing in popularity. Find out how they work and what you can do to protect yourself.

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