Threats are evolving rapidly: It's not just about viruses any more. Spyware, Trojans, worms, and phishing attacks are all on the rise. Malware writers are actively evolving their code in attempts to evade security defenses.

Here you'll find resources to understand the nature of these evolving threats, their impact on your business, and why proactive protection is so important.

Quick Facts:

Reported virus encounters rose 40% in 2004 to $3.9m
      (ICSA Labs, 2004 Virus Prevalence Study)

Spyware infestations affect over 66% of computers (IDC)

Phishing increased 40% in 2004 (Source: Anitphishing Working Group)

SANS Internet Storm Center

Virus Bulletin
The premier independent antivirus testing authority.

AVIEWS

An Anti-Virus Information and Early Warning System which grew out of AVIEN.

EICAR

The European Institute of Computer Anti-Virus Research, http://www.eicar.org/AVIEWS
AVIEWS (Anti-Virus Information and Early Warning System) brings together Anti-Virus software vendors, corporate security professionals and independent researchers in a discussion and information sharing network of anti-malware professionals, providing early identification and warning of new malware.

AVAR
The Association of Anti-Virus Asia Researchers.

ASC
The Anti-Spyware Coalition (ASC) is a group dedicated to building a consensus about definitions and best practices in the debate surrounding spyware and other potentially unwanted technologies.

APWG
The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) is the global pan-industrial and law enforcement association focused on eliminating the fraud and identity theft that result from phishing, pharming and email spoofing of all types

Team Anti-Virus
Team Anti-Virus is a network of anti-malware professionals with an interest in providing education and information on anti-malware issues.

AVIEN
AVIEN (Anti-Virus Information Exchange Network) is the largest grassroots discussion network of independent anti-virus researchers in the world.

Rootkit Protection
NOD32 v2.7's new anti-stealth rootkit detection technologies are integrated right into the existing program, are enabled by default, and can be managed through the NOD32 Control Center interface.

The Anti-Spyware Coalition
The ASC is a group dedicated to building a consensus about definitions and best practices in the debate surrounding spyware and other potentially unwanted technologies. Composed of anti-spyware software companies, academics, and consumer groups, the ASC seeks to bring together a diverse array of perspective on the problem of controlling spyware and other potentially unwanted technologies. ESET is actively participating in these important discussions.

Microsoft Virus Information Alliance (VIA)
ESET has joined forces with Microsoft and other anti-virus vendors to provide detailed information on significant viruses that affect Microsoft products. Microsoft's PSS Security Team will post updated information on this website regarding new and potentially damaging viruses that have been discovered in the wild.

CISCO
Cisco® Network Admission Control (NAC) leverages the network infrastructure to limit damage from viruses and worms. Using Cisco NAC, organizations can provide network access to endpoint devices, such as PCs, PDAs, and servers that fully comply with established security policy. Cisco NAC allows noncompliant devices to be denied access, placed in a quarantined area, or given restricted access to computing resources.