The SocketShield software is in a free beta version of a program that checks for malicious activity and works at the socket level. It's actions are based on use of a Blacklist plus checking for suspicious activity. This new software is a zero-day exploit blocker.
The aim is to prevent even opening a web page to a site that tries to do a "drive-by download" of some software. Some drive-bys are commercial ad-related, but some are malicious.
This program is one more to add in your computer defensive array. The total defense consists of:
The aim is to prevent even opening a web page to a site that tries to do a "drive-by download" of some software. Some drive-bys are commercial ad-related, but some are malicious.
This program is one more to add in your computer defensive array. The total defense consists of:
- Two-way firewall
- Software updates
- Antivirus software
- AntiSpyware software
- AntiSpam software
- Socket monitoring software
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