Have you ever received an email with this message?
Watch out! If you click the link you’ll download a Sinowal Trojan.
A Trojan is a type of virus that can delete files or destroy data on a hard disk. They can capture and transmit confidential information to a third-party or open communication ports, allowing intruders to take remote control of computers.
They can also capture keystrokes or steal your passwords. This is common trick employed by cyber-criminals to steal bank details.
How to avoid Trojans
- Don’t download content from unknown or dubious Web pages or emails.
- Keep an eye on downloads through P2P applications.
- Make sure you have an antivirus and keep it updated.
- Run a free scan of the computer to check it’s free from Trojans.
Panda Security specializes in the development of endpoint security products and is part of the WatchGuard portfolio of IT security solutions. Initially focused on the development of antivirus software, the company has since expanded its line of business to advanced cyber-security services with technology for preventing cyber-crime.
