Computer Viruses and Other Malicious Software A Threat to the Internet Economy

Malware attacks are increasing both in frequency and sophistication, thus posing a serious threat to the Internet economy and to national security. This book is a first step toward addressing the threat of malware in a comprehensive, global manner. It informs readers about malware -- its growth, evo...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Paris OECD Publishing 2009
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Collection: OECD Books and Papers - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • What Is Already Being Done?
  • Malware Attacks: Why, When and How?
  • Executive Summary - Background
  • Cybersecurity and Economic Incentives
  • The Market Consequences of Cybersecurity
  • Annexes
  • An Overview of Malware
  • Possible Next Steps
  • Malware: Why Should We Be Concerned?
  • The Role of End Users, Business and Government
  • Survey of Market Participants
  • Bibliography