Useful links

Security news and blogs

Use these links to keep up with the latest developments in the malware, spam and security world.

Malware identification resources

Finding the identity of a malware file or attack can be a tricky process, as part of which the VGrep cross-referencing system provided by VB is a very useful tool. A range of other sources of assistance in pinning down what malicious items are, and what they can do to a system, can be found using these links.

Security product vendors

Links to developers and vendors of a wide range of computer and network security products and services.

Associations and working groups

Links to some of the many independent organisations, cross-industry bodies and pressure groups contributing to the fight against malware, spam and cybercrime.

Testing and certification bodies

Virus Bulletin provides a well-respected, independent anti-malware product testing and certification scheme, the VB100 awards. Several other bodies provide testing services and certification schemes, some of the most highly regarded of which are listed here.

General malware and security information

A selection of useful sources of information, advice and assistance on malware and related issues

Anti-spam information

Hoaxes

These sites provide useful information on common virus hoaxes, email chain letters, urban legends and scams.

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