BHO & Desktop Display Hijacked

When given a chance adware will usually take over and hijack your web browser and at times can even try to configure your desktop as well. Popular peer to peer software (p2p) can be the source of unneeded headaches in the form of a adware or spyware infection, if your going to use peer to peer software to make sure the software your using is “clean” of adware or spyware.

Paypal Gone Phishing - Biggest Phishing Scam Of 2006

While spyware is expected to be a problem in 2007, Internet users should be aware of new “phishing” scams in which hackers lure unsuspecting Internet users into logging into phony websites in hopes of stealing usernames and passwords.

China - Huge Exporter Of Password Stealing Spyware

Hackers in China target the online gaming world in hopes of stealing gamers usernames and passwords for popular online games as well as gamer sites. Nearly half of all spyware coming out of China is created to steal passwords, pc users need to insure their computers are up to date and have installed the latest spyware definitions.

Holdiay Shopping Season Means Additional Spyware Threats

Expect additional spyware threats as we head into the holiday shopping season, spyware and adware activity is on the rise and pc users should be cautious while online.

Protecting Your Computer From Spyware

Their are numerous anti spyware applications available today that can greatly reduce the risk of your computer being attacked by spyware and adware. This how to article shares many common practices used today and will help you to reduce the threat of a spyware or adware attack.