“Once downloaded, these malwares exploit the vulnerabilities of your device, allowing cybercriminals to steal your personal data, create disruptions, or take control of your credentials,” warned Angel Redoble, FVP and Chief Information Security Officer of PLDT and Smart.
These malicious files can lurk in websites without detection. Users can trigger the attack by simply visiting the site. Outdated applications or software are especially vulnerable to drive-by downloads.
To protect yourself against stealthy attacks, CSOG suggests doing the following actions to secure your devices:
The PLDT Group’s information drives that help develop a culture of cybersecurity are part of its broader mission of elevating the quality of customer experience by protecting them from falling victim to cyberattacks and threats.
These malicious files can lurk in websites without detection. Users can trigger the attack by simply visiting the site. Outdated applications or software are especially vulnerable to drive-by downloads.
To protect yourself against stealthy attacks, CSOG suggests doing the following actions to secure your devices:
- Regularly update your web browser and operating systems to ensure that your device is running the latest security patches.
- Uninstall and delete applications you are not using to prevent them from being exploited by malwares.
- Carefully read and review security pop-ups before clicking them.
- It’s best to use an administrator account when installing programs in your computers.
- Keep your antivirus up to date.
The PLDT Group’s information drives that help develop a culture of cybersecurity are part of its broader mission of elevating the quality of customer experience by protecting them from falling victim to cyberattacks and threats.
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