Key Differences in How to Handle Malware and Phishing Attacks

1. How Hard They Are to Find:

   • Malware: This type of attack is sneaky. It often hides in your computer and is tough to detect, which means you need special tools to find it.
   • Phishing: These attacks are easier to notice if you know what to look for. However, some phishing attempts can still fool even trained professionals.

2. How Difficult They Are to Fix:

   • Malware: Getting rid of malware can be complicated. You might need to run deep scans on your system and even rebuild parts of it to fully remove the infection.
   • Phishing: This usually means getting rid of fake emails and teaching users how to avoid falling for scams. This process can take a lot of time.

3. How to Prevent Them:

   • Malware: It's important to have strong antivirus software and keep it updated regularly.
   • Phishing: Training users to recognize phishing scams and using special tools that help catch these scams can lower the risk.

What You Can Do:

• Put money into user training and good cybersecurity tools.
• Create clear response plans that are specific for each type of attack.