diff --git a/windows/security/intelligence/index.md b/windows/security/intelligence/index.md index 7c66ff1f5a..2c28b492c2 100644 --- a/windows/security/intelligence/index.md +++ b/windows/security/intelligence/index.md @@ -11,12 +11,15 @@ author: dansimp ms.date: 07/01/2018 --- # Understand malware + Malware is a term used to describe malicious applications and code that can cause damage and disrupt normal use of devices. Malware can allow unauthorized access, use system resources, steal passwords, lock you out of your computer and ask for ransom, and more. Cybercriminals that distribute malware are often motivated by money and will use infected computers to launch attacks, obtain banking credentials, collect information that can be sold, sell access to computing resources, or extort payment from victims. As criminals become more sophisticated with their attacks, Microsoft is here to help. Windows 10 is the most secure version of Windows yet and includes many features to help protect you whether you're at home, at work, or on the go. Businesses can trust in the next-generation capabilities of our security features to ensure they stay protected. +For good general tips, check out the [prevent malware infection](prevent-malware-infection.md) topic. + There are many types of malware, including: - [Coin miners](coinminer-malware.md) diff --git a/windows/security/intelligence/macro-malware.md b/windows/security/intelligence/macro-malware.md index 129756b864..9d7217b8f8 100644 --- a/windows/security/intelligence/macro-malware.md +++ b/windows/security/intelligence/macro-malware.md @@ -32,11 +32,11 @@ However, in recent versions of Microsoft Office, macros are disabled by default. We've seen macro malware download threats from the following families: -- Ransom:MSIL/Swappa -- Ransom:Win32/Teerac -- TrojanDownloader:Win32/Chanitor -- TrojanSpy:Win32/Ursnif -- Win32/Fynloski +- [Ransom:MSIL/Swappa](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?Name=Ransom:MSIL/Swappa.A) +- [Ransom:Win32/Teerac](Ransom:Win32/Teerac) +- [TrojanDownloader:Win32/Chanitor](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?Name=TrojanDownloader:Win32/Chanitor.A) +- [TrojanSpy:Win32/Ursnif](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?Name=TrojanSpy:Win32/Ursnif) +- [Win32/Fynloski](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?Name=Win32/Fynloski) - [Worm:Win32/Gamarue](https://www.microsoft.com/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?Name=Win32/Gamarue) ## How to protect against macro malware diff --git a/windows/security/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md b/windows/security/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md index 4568efdcba..c92c8ab688 100644 --- a/windows/security/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md +++ b/windows/security/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md @@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ ms.date: 07/12/2018 --- # Prevent malware infection -Malware authors are always looking for new ways to infect computers. Follow the simple tips below to stay protected and minimize threats to your data and accounts. +Malware authors are always looking for new ways to infect computers. Follow the simple tips below to stay protected and minimize threats to your data and accounts. You can also browse the many [software and application solutions](https://review.docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection?branch=wdsi-migration-stuff#software-solutions) available to you. @@ -108,7 +108,7 @@ Microsoft provides comprehensive security capabilities that help protect against ### Earlier than Windows 10 (not recommended) -* [Microsoft Security Essentials](https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=5201) provides real-time protection for your home or small business PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. For Windows 7, Windows Vista. See Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection for later versions of Windows. +* [Microsoft Security Essentials](https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=5201) provides real-time protection for your home or small business PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. ## What to do with a malware infection diff --git a/windows/security/intelligence/support-scams.md b/windows/security/intelligence/support-scams.md index 07ec1b6350..f2bdba81da 100644 --- a/windows/security/intelligence/support-scams.md +++ b/windows/security/intelligence/support-scams.md @@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ Scammers might also initiate contact by displaying fake error messages on websit When you engage with the scammers, they can offer fake solutions for your “problems” and ask for payment in the form of a one-time fee or subscription to a purported support service. -**For more information and to view known tech support scam numbers and popular web scams**, see https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4013405/windows-protect-from-tech-support-scams +**For more information, view [known tech support scam numbers and popular web scams](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4013405/windows-protect-from-tech-support-scams).** ## How to protect against tech support scams