malware Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
Q

malware

A

malicious software

gather info
- keystrokes

show you ads
- big money

viruses and worms
- encrypt your data
- ruin your day

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2
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malware types and methods

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viruses
worms
ransomware
trojan horse
rootkit
spyware
bloatware
logic bomb

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3
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how you get malware

A

these all work together
- a worm takes advantage of vulnerability
installs malware that icnludes a remote access backdiir
additional malware may be installed later

your computer must run a program
- email link
web page pop up
drive by download
worm

your computer is vulnerable
- operating system - keep your OS publisher

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4
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your data is valuable

A

pictures
vids
important docs

organiaation
- financial
employee
financial info
company private data

how much is it worht
theres a number

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5
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ransomware

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a particulary nasty malware
- a

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