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"5 Security Myths
Think you're doing everything you need to do to be safe? Think again. Here are five common myths about digital security.
Illustration by Frank Stockton
I don't have anything an attacker would want.
Average users commonly believe that the data on their computers is valuable only to them or has no intrinsic value at all, and that therefore they have nothing to protect and no need to worry. There are three problems with this way of thinking. First, instead of pilfering data, attackers often want to take control of the computer itself, as they can employ a compromised PC to host malware or to distribute spam. Second, you may not think that your PC has any important or sensitive information, but an attacker may be able to use seemingly trivial information such as your name, address, and birth date to steal your identity. And third, most attacks are automated and simply seek out and compromise all vulnerable systems; they do not discriminate based on a target's value.
I have antivirus software installed, so I am safe.
Antivirus software is an absolute necessity, and it's a great start, but installing it won't protect against everything. Some antivirus products are just that--they don't detect or block spam, phishing attempts, spyware, and other malware attacks. Even if you have a comprehensive security software product that protects against more than just viruses, you still must update it regularly: New malware threats are discovered daily, and antimalware protection is only as good as its last update. Keep in mind, as well, that security vendors need time to add protection against emerging threats, so your antimalware software will not guard you from zero-day or newly launched attacks.
Security is a concern only if I use Windows.
Microsoft certainly has had its share of security issues over the years, but that doesn't mean that other operating systems or applications are immune from assault. Though Microsoft products are the biggest target, Linux and Mac OS X have vulnerabilities and flaws, too.
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