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In another example of why we should never take fundamental security, like anti-virus software, for granted, a security research firm has discovered a vulnerability that is able to poke a hole in almost every popular personal security software program.
A group of Czech researchers found that out of the 35 security products they tested, almost all of them were vulnerable to a complex exploit that could allow rogue or malicious software to bypass basic security.
In one scenario, the attackers could bypass anti-virus protection and then replace that security software with their own – kind of like allowing shoplifters to take charge of the store.
Lesson learned?
• Even with the best security, no computer is completely immune. So make sure you have lots of security layers to protect you.
• Avoid storing your most sensitive information on any computer that’s connected to the internet. If you have to, use encryption to lock that information on your hard drive.
Read more about how researchers spotted this widespread anti-virus flaw.
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