Wealthy Countries Better At Protecting Citizens…From Malware

Microsoft's Security Intelligence Report uses telemetry from the Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT) and other sources to compare malware infection rates across countries, finding that wealthier nations with higher broadband penetration, stronger rule of law, lower software piracy, and participation in international cybercrime treaties tend to have lower infection rates; the report recommends that policymakers in developing regions pursue legal frameworks and international cooperation to reduce future infections as internet use grows.