Chicago-based managed service provider (MSP) Trustwave this week released an infographic that shows malware kits can cost as little as $200 on the black market.

Dan Kobialka, Contributing writer

July 25, 2014

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Chicago-based managed service provider (MSP) Trustwave this week released an infographic that shows malware can cost as little as $200 on the black market.

Trustwave also found even cheap malware can be problematic for businesses.

"Despite their affordability, these malicious tools can be quite effective, and your business could be the next victim," Trustwave Media Relations Manager Abby Ross wrote in a blog post. "That's why it's critical to shore up your anti-malware defenses to help protect your valuable information."

What malware do business owners need to know about? And how much do these malicious tools cost? Be sure to share these with your customers.

Here's a closer look at five things you can buy for the cost of malware.

Also, I welcome your thoughts via Twitter @dkobialka or email at [email protected].

About the Author(s)

Dan Kobialka

Contributing writer, Penton Technology

Dan Kobialka is a contributing writer for MSPmentor and Talkin' Cloud. In the past, he has produced content for numerous print and online publications, including the Boston Business Journal, Boston Herald and Patch.com. Dan holds a M.A. in Print and Multimedia Journalism from Emerson College and a B.A. in English from Bridgewater State College (now Bridgewater State University). In his free time, Kobialka enjoys jogging, traveling, playing sports, touring breweries and watching football (Go Patriots!).  

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