How Can You Protect Yourself from Unknown Malware Attacks?

Here are some ways in which you can protect yourself from malware attacks:

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    Always update the firewall to its latest version. Install antivirus software, and use anti-spyware spam filters. These will automatically block a suspicious website from opening when you click on a fake link.

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    Update your phone’s software regularly

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    Always set up two-factor authentication for your netbanking account, your social media accounts, and your email accounts.

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    Change your passwords every 90 days

    It is a good practice to use passwords that are difficult to guess. Good passwords are long, i.e. between 10-15 characters and will include:

    – Capital letters and small case letters
    – Numbers
    – Symbols, like @,#,$,%,&

But what to do if your device has already been infected by a malware?

Don’t worry! In the next section, you can learn about measures to be taken if your device has been attacked by a malware.

In the next section, learn about measures to be taken if your device has been attacked by a malware

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