If Symantec Corporation's Internet Security Threat Report, Volume 16 is anything to go by, it is now mobile devices and social networking sites that are acting as attack distribution platform for internet security attackers.
In addition, the report explores how attackers are exhibiting a notable shift in focus toward mobile devices.
The new threat volume this year has also surged to more than 286 million, indicating several new mega-trends in the threat landscape.
"The growing prevalence and capabilities of the most visible cyber-events of 2010, Stuxnet and Hydraq, have turned the focus on protecting businesses and critical infrastructure." said Shantanu Ghosh, vice president, India Product Operations, Symantec.
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