Cyber security is a huge concern for internet users worldwide and many search for superhero’s while online.
Intel Security has released its 3rd annual Most Toxic Superheroes list, according to which, Aquaman takes the top spot and Batman features at number 10.
The King of Atlantis reclaims the top spot since the company’s inaugural list in 2013.
Intel Security conducts research on the comic universe’s top heroes to learn which searches might lead consumers to viruses, malware and other inappropriate content that can be considered dangerous, can compromise private information or infect their devices.
The study results explain why sites that feature these popular superheroes have the potential to be targeted by cybercriminals.
They are aware that people are surfing for these characters, giving cybercriminals ample opportunity to steal users personal information.
The top 10 superheroes most likely to affect online surfers in 2015
1. Aquaman: 20.00%
2. Iron Fist : 19.69%
3. Wolverine: 19.58%
4. Wonder Woman: 19.38%
5. Doctor Strange: 19.17%
6. Daredevil: 18.96%
7. Tie:The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man: 18.85%
8. Catwoman: 18.65%
9. Green Lantern: 18.44%
10. Batman: 18.33%
*% indicates chance of landing on a website that has tested positive for online threats such as spyware, adware, spam, phishing, viruses or other malware.
Two female superheroes – Wonder Woman and Catwoman – make it into the top 10 list this year.
‘Aquaman’ will have his own movie in 2018, and will be featured in Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice in March 2016.
Superman was missing from the list this year, but was number 1 in the 2014’s list of most toxic superheros.
Tips to Stay Protected
– Be wary of searches that turns up a link to free content or too-good-to-be-true offers
– Cybercriminals set up malicious, fake sites that will include inappropriate content and malware particularly for hot topics
– Look for misspellings or other clues that the link may direct you to a phony website or contain viruses that will corrupt your device
– Use comprehensive security that is up-to-date with a safe search tool to identify risky websites in search engine results
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