Understand how malware spreads, how ransomware and spyware target organisations, and how employee awareness can help reduce the risk of infection, data loss and business disruption.
Exploited vulnerabilities are the most common root cause of ransomware attacks, accounting for 36% of incidents. Malware is constantly evolving to bypass anti-virus software and security controls. No technical defence is 100% effective. In 2022, only 69% of employees even knew what malware was.
Your people need to understand what malware is, how it is delivered and how to avoid becoming an entry point for an attack. This eBook breaks down the threat landscape in plain language, covering every type of malware, how cybercriminals deploy it and how to stay protected.
In this free eBook, you'll discover:
TSC helps organisations raise malware awareness through clear, practical cyber security training that explains how malware works, how attacks are delivered, and what employees should do to reduce risk. From ransomware and phishing to suspicious downloads and software updates, we help build safer everyday behaviours.
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Malware is malicious software designed to damage devices, steal information, access networks, encrypt data, or disrupt business operations. Common types of malware include ransomware, spyware, trojans, worms, botnets, cryptojackers, keyloggers and wipers.
Malware can infect devices through phishing emails, malicious attachments, unsafe downloads, fake apps, compromised websites, software vulnerabilities, infected USB devices and social engineering attacks. Some malware exploits unpatched systems or zero-day vulnerabilities before security tools can detect them.
Organisations can reduce malware risk by keeping software updated, applying security patches, using anti-virus and endpoint protection, backing up data, restricting downloads, monitoring suspicious activity and training employees to recognise phishing, malware warning signs and unsafe online behaviour.