Conclusions

Spyware, though not a particularly new problem when defined generally, remains a problem that is difficult to manage. While there is no silver bullet to solve all of these problems, there is hope. Like other security incidents, the problem can be managed effectively with a comprehensive definition of the trusted computing base and a program to maintain it. With the right support from policy and technology, malware, including spyware, can be defeated. To see how Interhack can help you to define and to enforce security policy, please visit us online at web.interhack.com or call us at +1 614 545 HACK.

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