Lots of new virus and malware nowadays. Keep your PC safe with these tools
Another thing, try avoid using Internet Explorer. Google Chrome can better protect you from infected websites.
If you are using open source application like wordpress. Ensure that
- you are using the latest version
- your password is secure with at least 8 alphanumeric character with mix of special character and lower/upper case character
- you are using 3rd party plugins/themes from only reliable sources
- if possible try remove standard footer and header generated by the application (please read the terms first)
Other tips
- Don’t login to your web application in public and unsecure place or PC’s like in cyber cafe etc
- If you suspect your account was hacked, immediately change the password and inform your system admin or hosting/technical support
Updated: Don’t eve save password in FTP client application like Filezilla. They save your password in flat file and easily read by any other application