Malware has come a long way since the day of the "Stoned" floppy disk virus. Or has it? The original worm was in 1988. Today, we talk about what a worm is, how worms work, and how they spread, on SDL.   Full Show Notes: <a href= "https://wiki.securityweekly.com/HNNEpisode217">https://wiki.securityweekly.com/HNNEpisode217</a>   Visit our website: <a href= "http://securedigitallife.com">http://securedigitallife.com</a> Follow us on Twitter: <a href= "https://www.twitter.com/SecureDigLife">https://www.twitter.com/SecureDigLife</a> Like us on Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/SecureDigLife">https://www.facebook.com/SecureDigLife</a>

Preparing & Dealing with Ransomware - Secure Digital Life #110

Are you overwhelmed by all of the "cyber" security threats and potential solutions? Learn how to protect yourself and all of your devices from evil hackers, viruses, ransomware, fraud, account hijacking and more! Let us be your guide to security and privacy online. We'll help you understand how attackers are bypassing security and practical ways to protect yourself online. Whether you are a seasoned technology geek, or just had your first experience with a virus on your PC, this podcast is for you. Hosted by the esteemed cast at Security Weekly, including Doug White, PhD, Director of Information Security Curriculum for Roger Williams University and Russell Beauchemin!