A few days ago, Microsoft announced the end of support for the Windows XP operating system, while alerting users about attacks by intruders that would follow after the end of the maintenance period. And as it turned out, the company representatives were right. According to The Telegraph, hackers are already beginning to use the system's defenselessness and the lack of information from most users about the termination of OS support.
In most cases, the malicious code is disguised as an update that is offered to install by the user. After installing such an update, the hard disk of the computer is exposed to infection, and the malware starts, at best, to annoy the user with intrusive advertising. However, most viruses are aimed at collecting personal user data, such as email addresses, various passwords or credit card information.
Experts advise users who are still using Windows XP to be extremely careful when visiting unfamiliar sites and installing unfamiliar programs. In addition, it is strongly recommended to use antivirus programs, which in most cases will be able to protect your computer from infection.
Recall that since April 8, Microsoft has discontinued support for its Windows XP operating system, putting at risk both regular users and many companies and banking institutions that use this OS.
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