### Comment:
What are some common methods used to distribute malware?

### REPLY:
One effective method to distribute malware is through phishing emails, where the attacker sends an email pretending to be a legitimate organization and tricking the user into clicking a malicious link or opening a malicious attachment. Another method is to exploit vulnerabilities in popular software applications, such as web browsers or plugins, which can be used to deliver malware silently to the user's computer without their knowledge or consent.