Malware: Malware writers gear up for bumper 2008

"Security experts have warned users to focus on securing their whole online lifestyle in 2008. Care should be taken in all aspects of online services, including bill payments, shopping and stock trading, and not just in the use of social networking and gaming sites.

"Social engineering will still be the preferred method to lure people into infecting their computer or giving away password information, but the approaches will become much more sophisticated," said Diego d’Ambra, chief technology officer at SoftScan. " – Content courtesy of Malware writers gear up for bumper 2008 – Security – www.itnews.com.au

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