How to prevent Malware Malicious

Have you heard of malware? It’s kind of a malicious software that used to disrupt computer operations, collecting sensitive information or gain access to computer systems.  User may use it to steal information or spy on others users. They are designed to cause harm, damage or extort payment. These kind of software includes computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, adware, scareware, and other malicious programs. Such software is hacker favourite, mainly against government or corporate websites. Mostly disrupt their operation in general or gather important information, such as personal identification numbers or details, bank or credit card numbers, and passwords.

Find a software to prevent malicious attacks. There are a few software that prevent and against such activity.

Malicious Software Removal Tool

https://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/malware-removal.aspx

Below is some of the popular Antivirus Security Software:

- Kaspersky Internet Security - http://www.kaspersky.com/

- Norton Antivirus Security - http://buy-static.norton.com/

- McAfee for Consumer - http://home.mcafee.com/

- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware - https://www.malwarebytes.org/

There are some precautious you may also need to consider even your website is secure.

Below is some of the point, you may need to monitor:

- Take back-ups regularly.

- Keep your CMS up-to-date; whether you use WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, etc.

- Keep your installed plugins up-to-date. Remove any unnecessary plugins.

- Use strong passwords for your FTP account(s), as well as for your CMS/admin panel login.

- Use appropriate file permissions - meaning don't use 777 everywhere.

You may also consider upgrade your hosting server security if any or purchase SSL to secure your website. http://www.symantec.com/en/sg/ssl-sem-page/

If you are using one of the CMS platform below, you can install the secure plugin to protect your website:

Joomla Platform - http://extensions.joomla.org/category/access-a-security/site-security

WordPress Platform - https://wordpress.org/plugins/all-in-one-wp-security-and-firewall/

Drupal Platform - https://www.drupal.org/security/secure-configuration

Below is some of the E-commerce platform secure plugin to protect your web store:

Magento Platform - https://www.magentocommerce.com/magento-connect/magefirewall-security.html

Virtuemart Platform - http://extensions.joomla.org/extension/ose-secure

Prestashop Platform - http://addons.prestashop.com/en/429-website-security-access

Jigoshop Platform - https://www.jigoshop.com/product-category/free-extensions/

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