eScan releases it’s Malware Report which reveals comprehensive research, susceptible to Malware attack Report focuses on the security trends like Data Mining, Voice Mail Hacking & Social Engineering

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Republic of (Free-Press-Release.com) January 9, 2012 -- eScan, one of the world’s leading Anti-Virus solution providers has conducted an in-depth research and come-up with a comprehensive report based on malware URLs collected.

The report is a representation of the growing malicious mobile applications, fake facebook contests & promotions, holiday phishing scams, hotel ‘wrong transaction’ Malware emails and most importantly fake Anti-Virus softwares. Recent past also witnessed cybercriminals who had designed a new wave of malware targeted solely at Mac users. A year back, there were approximately 5000 pieces of malware code produced for Macs and with the passing year, this number is increasing at approximately 10 percent by the month. The report provides information on traditional techniques like SQL injection, web app hijacking & unauthorized server access, which will take a back seat.

2012 will see a steady increase in identity theft using social media sites where hackers will more than willingly try to crack passwords and find ways to hack into particular networks. Other aspects where data theft can happen in 2012 are via Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Cell phones as they provide a major chunk of user information. The year will also see an increase in voice mail hacking or intercepting calls. With the advent of smartphones & tablets by employees in enterprises, they will need to address the issue of shoulder surfing rather staidly. The report also brings to light on how 2012 will see a rise of Advanced Persistent Threats targeting data in the Cloud.

Mr. Govind Rammurthy, MD & CEO, eScan said, “2012 will see more malware camouflage. The outlook for 2012 is even bleaker as threats continue to rise. The good news for all eScan customers is that eScan detects all known variants of malware and findings from this report will provide them valuable information on how to secure their precious data from being infected.”

About eScan:

eScan, the world's first Real-time Anti-Virus and Content Security software for desktops and servers is developed and marketed by MicroWorld. It is powered by innovative and futuristic technologies, such as MWL Technology, DIRC Technology, NILP Technology, and sophisticated Anti-Virus Heuristic Algorithms that not only provide protection from current threats, but can also provide proactive protection against evolving threats. It has achieved several certifications and awards from some of the most prestigious testing bodies, notable among them being Virus Bulletin, AV-Comparatives, West Coast Labs (Checkmark), ICSA, and PCSL labs. Combining the power of various technologies, eScan provides Multilevel Real-time Protection to Computers and Networks.