Americans are in near universal agreement (98%) that it is important to keep security software up to date, and 93% believe their home computers are safe from viruses.

Security is a Priority. A majority of Americans think they have the following security software installed on their computer.

87% believe they have anti-virus software.

73% believe they have a firewall.

70% believe they have anti-spyware software.

Awareness of Online Threats. Americans also know about the many online dangers that exist.

99% have heard about of spyware.

75% have heard about phishing.

Fully Protected? You’re One of the Few. Less than one in four Americans are fully protected against viruses and malware.

Just 24% have anti-spyware software installed, an enabled firewall and antivirus protection that has received an updated DAT file within one week.

Older And Wiser. Somewhat surprisingly, Americans ages 45 and older show more savvy than their younger counterparts when it comes to cyber security.

26% of them are fully protected versus just 20% of Americans ages 44 and younger.