Update your security software
Security Software: Essential protection for your computer
NAB strongly recommends that any computer used to access the Internet has up to date security software. This includes anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-spam and firewall protection.
Security software will help protect your computer from viruses, worms and trojans. These are malicious programs, often carried in something that looks harmless such as an email or game, but in fact can contain a program that allows an intruder to access your computer without your knowledge.
It’s easy to stay safe online with security software - just follow these simple steps:
- Install anti-virus, anti-spyware and firewall software on your computer.
- Ensure that this software is kept up to date and install any updates immediately.
- Allow a regular scan of your computer using anti-virus and anti-spyware software - to do this follow the instructions from your software provider.
- Consider using a SPAM filtering product which will help block fake or virus-related emails
- Ensure your computer’s operating system is up to date by ensuring automatic updates are switched on and any updates are installed when they become available. You can usually download these for free from the vendor’s website. Go to Microsoft Windows OR Apple Mac
NAB recommends that you do not access Internet Banking if you are concerned that your computer may be infected with a virus, worm or trojan.
For more specific information about how to protect your computer, please visit the Microsoft® Security & Privacy site or the Apple® Product Security site.
