Internet Security Threats: The Rise of Financially Motivated Hackers

The Internet Security Threat report by Symantec highlights a significant rise in cyber attacks during the first half of 2005, focusing on identity theft, extortion, and fraud. The report notes an increase in spyware and bot networks, with phishing messages also on the rise. Threats are expanding beyond computers to mobile devices like phones and PDAs. Symantec predicts future attacks will embed in multimedia files, and advises maintaining high security levels.

What is the trend regarding the use of spyware and bots according to the report?

What predictions does Symantec make about future attacks on devices?