About Antivirus Software: Keyloggers and Other 'Most Damaging' Malware

Antivirus Software In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Mary Landesman You can have the strongest password system going, but it's useless if you get hit by a keylogger. This week, a look at keyloggers and other types of malware that fit the "most damaging" category. Plus, reviews of some of the latest Internet security suites and a discussion of why Internet safety should be taken so seriously.   In the Spotlight What is a Keylogger? Often referred to as a password stealer, a keylogger trojan is malicious, surreptitious software that logs your keystrokes and send them off to remote attackers. But they don't just stop at keystrokes - keyloggers may even capture screenshots.              More Topics G Data InternetSecurity 2010 Trend Micro Internet Security Suite Pro 2010 F-Secure Internet Security Suite 2010 ZoneAlarm Extreme Security 2010 Free Firewall Protection for Windows Understanding Antivirus Tests Mac Virus FAQs Most Damaging Malware All malware is bad, but some types of malware do more damage than others. That damage can range from loss of files to total loss of security - and even outright identity theft. This list (in no particular order) provides an overview of the most damaging types of malware.   Why is Internet Safety Important? Internet safety isn't about avoiding the unknown or untrusted. Today, Internet safety means guarding against threats coming from even the most staid, legitimate, and otherwise honorable websites. Here's why, in the words of the X-Files, you should 'trust no one'.     Sponsored Links   Feeling Under the Weather? Evaluating Your Cold Symptoms How to tell when a runny nose is just a cold, and when it might be turning into something more serious and require a visit to the doctor. More> Antivirus Software Ads Removes Viruses Windows 7 AntiVirus McAfee Software Security Lock Net Security Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Internet / Network Security Wireless / Networking Focus on Windows Email Urban Legends and Folklore   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter as adamsmith016@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=antivirus&e=adamsmith016@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.