Malware 'the greatest threat'

Monday, 17 Mar 2008. Categories: USA

The greatest threat to computer networks is malware, meaning people should be wary of introducing unnecessary software to their machines, an expert has stated.

Writing for his risk management blog hosted by online publication ComputerWeekly.com, Stuart King warned that some people are reporting that their new digital picture frames and gadgets such as MP3 players are infected with viruses.

The items can sometimes be compromised even before they leave the factory, he continued.

"Introducing any consumer device onto your network, in the same way as introducing consumer software, is an unnecessary way of increasing your exposure to malware risks," Mr King added.

Earlier this year, the blogger warned that "shockingly high" numbers of new viruses will be released onto the web over the remainder of 2008.

He asserted malware is no longer a nuisance created by hobbyists but has developed into a criminal system to milk money from users.

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