firewall protection<\/a>, and users became more cautious about opening email attachments. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhile it caused widespread destruction, something else the ILOVEYOU virus did was highlight the vulnerabilities of our increasingly connected world<\/strong>. In the wake of the virus, many organizations implemented new security measures to help prevent future attacks. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever, as we’ve seen with recent ransomware cyberattacks, such as WannaCry and Petya, the threat of computer viruses is still very real<\/strong>. As we become more and more dependent on the internet, it’s also becoming more important than ever to be vigilant about cybersecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Be Protected From Future Attacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
While many viruses are essentially harmless and simply cause distracting pop-ups, others can be much more destructive, including ransomware that encrypts your files until a ransom is paid<\/strong> or phishing emails that are designed to steal your passwords and private data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSo, how can you protect yourself from these malicious programs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Antivirus software is constantly evolving to keep up with the latest threats, so it’s important to make sure you have the most recent version of whatever antivirus you\u2019re using installed<\/strong>, and don\u2019t ignore any potential virus alert.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Be careful what you download. Avoid downloading files from untrustworthy sources, and be wary of email attachments from people you don’t know<\/strong> – it\u2019s how the ILOVEYOU virus attack started, after all. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Don’t click on links in email messages or instant messages unless you’re absolutely sure they’re safe<\/strong>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
That said, by keeping your system up to date and using reliable antivirus software, you can keep your devices safe from attack. If something looks suspicious, it’s better to err on the side of caution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The ILOVEYOU virus changed the way we think about cyber security and showed us just how vulnerable we are to these kinds of attacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As we continue to rely more and more on technology, it\u2019s essential that we take steps to protect ourselves from such threats. Cybersecurity is no longer an optional extra – it\u2019s a necessity in today’s world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the end, many would agree that the best protection is to educate people on the potential risks and how to avoid them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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