Researchers noticed that the large percentage of infected users were connecting to servers belonging to hosting provider Limestone Networks.
This malicious online grid generates approximately more than $30 million annually, Cisco said.
Cisco teamed up with Level 3 Threat Research Labs, OpenDNS and hosting firm Limestone Networks for its investigation.
The actual number may be even larger than $30 Million annually.
The affected hosting provider Limestone Networks have since shut down the malicious servers after Cisco researchers contacted them.
The cyber criminals are now making use of ransomware in their kit that produces more money per attack.
Ensure that automatic updating is turned on to get all the latest security updates.
Make use of secure connections for sensitive transactions.
Use virtual keyboard for internet banking.
Use strong alphanumeric and symbol passwords.
Do not open any attachment unless you know the sender and the reason they are sending it.
source: www.techworm.net
