Report provides an overview of malicious programs for Unix-type operating systems. Linux is the most popular. system, and even though it is the main alternative to Windows, it is still predominantly used for server solutions. Virus writers and other cyber criminals have lost interest in Linux, since it is neither underground nor mainstream, which means there isnt much money-making potential. Malicious programs for. Unix represent just a small proportion of all malware, and in 2006 the number of. malicious programs targeting Unix. systems fell 43% in 2006.”]
Source: https://securelist.com/kaspersky-security-bulletin-2006-malware-for-unix-type-systems/36131/