The major attack that antimalware software aims to prevent users from executing is the installation of malicious software or malware on their computer. This includes preventing users from inadvertently downloading and installing harmful programs or files from suspicious websites, email attachments, or other sources. The software scans for known malware signatures, behavior patterns, and other indicators to detect and block such malicious programs from being installed on the user's device. While antimalware software can also help protect against phishing attacks, compromising passwords, and unauthorized USB port access, its primary focus is on preventing the installation and execution of malware.
