Myths and facts

There are a number of common myths associated with computer viruses:

Any computer error message indicates a virus infection. This is not true: error messages can also be caused by hardware or software errors.

Viruses and worms always require user interaction. That’s not so. In order for the virus to infect the computer, the code must be executed, but this does not require user participation. For example, a network worm can infect users’ computers automatically if they have certain vulnerabilities.

Attachments to emails from known senders are secure.

This is not the case, because these attachments can be infected with a virus and used to spread the infection. Even if you know the sender, do not open anything that you are not sure about.

Antivirus programs can prevent infection. For their part, antivirus software vendors are doing everything possible to keep up with malware developers, but users should definitely install a comprehensive Internet security class security solution on their computer, which includes technologies specifically designed to actively block threats. Even though there is no 100% protection. You just need to take a conscious approach to ensuring your own online security in order to reduce the risk of being attacked.

Viruses can cause physical damage to your computer. What if malicious code causes the computer to overheat or destroys critical microchips? Suppliers of protective solutions have repeatedly debunked this myth – such damage is simply impossible.