Sophos Security threat Report 2011

Identifying the threats: where to watch

95,000—that’s the number of malware pieces analyzed by SophosLabs every day in 2010, nearly doubling the number of malware pieces we tracked in 2009. This accounts for one unique file every 0.9 seconds, 24 hours per day, each day of the year. It’s a clear sign that the malware threat continues to grow at an alarming rate.

Today, more than ever before, hackers aren’t just producing malware for notoriety—they’re producing it for large financial gain. We track these methods of attack and constantly learn from them so we can block and protect your systems. Here’s a look at the more significant threats of 2010. It’s wise to keep watching these threats, as they’re likely to surface again in 2011.

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