There are some common myths that may influence your online security practices. Knowing the truth will allow you to make better decisions about how to protect yourself.
There is no one cause for these myths. They may have been formed because of a lack of information, an assumption, knowledge of a specific case that was then generalized, or some other source. As with any myth, they are passed from one individual to another, usually because they seem legitimate enough to be true.
While believing these myths may not present a direct threat, they may cause you to be more lax about your security habits. If you are not diligent about protecting yourself, you may be more likely to become a victim of an attack.
Author: Mindi McDowell Produced 2006 by US-CERT, a government organization. Terms of useLast updated February 16, 2011 
