For years, we learned that clicking on certain links can cause malware. But yet, the hackers often seem to one up the good guys. Because it looks like they did it again. Can your mouse cause malware? Maybe.
So according to some cyber security leaders, cyber crooks discovered something evil. That evil is a Trojan malware that they can put on your computer. Furthermore, you don’t have to click a thing. All you do is point your arrow at at or around the hyperlink. Then, the PowerPoint hyperlink does the rest. This kind of malware isn’t coming. It’s already here.
Can your mouse cause malware? Maybe. Because it’s already happening overseas. They used it in a span campaign, mostly about finances. For instance, they saw hashtags like #invoice and #order. That gets the readers’ curiosity. Then, they attach it to a fake PowerPoint presentation. Furthermore, it says, “Loading…please wait”. But by the time you wait, the malware takes over. Before too long, the malware infects your PC.
But there is good news, especially if you use newer Microsoft Office. Most of us use it here in our Boston computer service shop. That’s because they have Protected View. What this does is warn you about ‘potential security concerns’. All you have to do is click ‘disable’. There’s also another way. I got hit by a sudden malware attack. I just restarted my computer and it was fine. We can’t stress this enough. If you’re hacked, and they tell you to call Microsoft, don’t do it! That’s a way to get your information, your money and goodness knows what else. Also, don’t hesitate to call us at Computer Geeks. Our computer repair experts are here to serve and protect you from these malware evils. I’m here reporting on such evils to keep you safe. Can your mouse cause malware? I’m afraid it’s coming to that.