3, 2, 1 — Activate! Do You Know How to Spot A Cyber Hack?
Published on Thu Feb 16, 2017
Sorry, you’ve got malware.
Do you ever feel just off? That’s how a computer feels when it’s been hit with a virus, and the machine mimics a human illness. If your laptop is running like you’re still on dial-up, you may be the victim of a malware attack.
Take a look at these common malware symptoms that suggest your computer has been infected with a virus.
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Your computer slows down and has trouble loading up.
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Pop-ups abound, and you can’t seem to get rid of them.
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Workflow comes to a halt because your computer crashes so often.
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Your hard drive either runs out of space or acts of its own accord.
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Surprise! New passwords, browsers, and links suddenly appear.
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Unwarranted network activity happens with no explanation.
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Your computer just shuts down for no reason.
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Message overload — your peers, patients, and friends get odd emails from you.
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Your antivirus software just doesn’t work anymore and not because it needs an upgrade.
Tip: If you are experiencing one or more of these activities on your practice digital devices, contact your health IT manager or software vendor ASAP.