Sachin on 'how to bat malware spins'

MUMBAI, INDIA: There are more than 200,000 unique malware samples that emerge every day. Just last year, the number reached 125,000 new threats per day. So the situation is alarming and is only getting worse as cybercriminals lurk in the dark World Wide Web, ready to launch their malware missiles targeting everyone who uses the Internet and with low or no security coverage, as per a Kaspersky statement..

Sachin Tendulkar launched the newest editions for Kaspersky Internet Security (KIS) and Kaspersky Anti-Virus (KAV) in Mumbai last week. As a press note elaborates, the new versions - titled 2014 - pack innovations, like Zeta Shield, Automatic Exploit Prevention, Anti-blocker technology, Safe Money and Trusted Applications Mode amongst others.

"I believe in using the best protection, be it in cricket or for my computer. The first thing you do in cricket is to ensure that you have protected yourself well by using the best protective gear and that's what one needs to do while using the Internet: Protect your information. I have personally used Kaspersky Internet Security at home and in my office, and I am quite happy and confident that Kaspersky safeguards my digital life," said ace cricketer Sachin Tendulkar at the launch event, attended by over 70 media and 300 Kaspersky partners.

In regards to his association with Kaspersky Lab, the master blaster said: "I have been with Kaspersky Lab for two years now and have had a wonderful experience learning about Internet Security and making a great set of friends. I have witnessed their relentless obsession in safeguarding the cyberspace, and I wish them all the best with their new security product."

Sachin listed his top 10 tips on Internet Security for his fans:

"The Internet helps me stay connected with my fans and well-wishers. So whether I am on Facebook or Twitter, or looking up any specific information on the Net, I am exposed to threats. The same holds true for you. The best way to counter such online or offline threats is to stay protected at all times by using an antivirus solution, one - that doesn't slow down whatever you are doing, while at the same time, gives you the highest level of protection you deserve so you don't need to worry about Security.Make sure the antivirus you are using is not pirated.

To all my young friends who are on social media, please do maintain your privacy.Do not share any kind of sensitive information on Social media - be it about family, credit card information or your bank account details, personal photos, or anything that will become a cause of regret in future

My kids spend a lot of time on the Internet. As parents, it is important to monitor and ensure inappropriate content does not reach and thus influence them. Talking to your kids about Internet dangers is important.

These days a lot of people use the Internet on their smartphones and other handheld devices. It is important to secure these devices as well, as they are easy to lose and then your information can fall into the wrong hands.

A lot of people ask me what apps I download. Honestly, I don't. But my kids do download a lot of games, etc. My advice in this case would be to please exercise caution while downloading apps randomly, and always check the reviews, if possible, to ascertain the nature of the app. 

When it comes to online banking, please ensure you use a ‘virtual keyboard' as you don't want to give out your banking passwords to anyone.Last but not least, before visiting any website or clicking on any random link, please stop for a while, take a closer look, think whether it is really necessary and then connect. Better to be safe than sorry." he apparently recommended with an emphasis there.