Hackers Steal User Credentials At Alarming Rates With Malware

It is a known fact that malware has infected more online users over the last few years. It’s also good to note the increasing complexity of malware code that hackers deploy over the internet. However, complex malware code isn’t the only thing that users need to worry about. Some malware are hiding in plain sight and are deceivingly simple. And it’s even simple enough that most users won’t be able to detect that it is a piece of malicious software. That’s where managed IT Services come into play. It’s just safer to do business online if you and your business’ information is protected.

For instance, Separ, the credential-siphoning malware that was detected more than a year ago. And unlike other malware that evolves into a more complex malicious code, Separ is the exact opposite. Simplicity in its code was part of its success.

Surprisingly, Separ was quite slick at avoiding detection. It utilized a bunch of code and executable files that are commonly used and are deemed safe. This allows it to simply blend in and avoid detection.

The most recent version of the malware was embedded in a PDF that triggers a chain of other apps when users clicked on them. The initial user interaction runs a simple script then escalates into a batch file that issues other commands into the computer that hijacks the protection protocol of the system. This is one of the many reasons why businesses should take advantage of managed IT Services Wilmington to secure the data of their business.  

According to experts, despite the simplicity of these malware, they can still wreak havoc and can equally be capable of stealing information. This is why experts insist that companies use at least one type of security protocol to increase their information security.

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