Security
Types of Malware - Answer Virus
Trojan Horse
Worm
Spyware
Adware
Botnet
Virus - Answer -malicious code attaches itself to another host file
-runs when file is executed
-self replicating
-computer to computer
Trojan Horse - Answer -application that seems legit
-payload thats malicious inside the application
-performing unwanted and harmful actions
-completely control computer, keylogger
Worm - Answer -self propagating without user
-over network by using network protocols
-use email to propagate and send to everyone
-once opened it installs a payload and sends to other computers
Spyware - Answer -application running in the background, no interface
-software that install itself without users knowledge to gather information and
unauthorized access
-threat to privacy and identity theft
-installs keylogger, screen capture that capture login passwords, bank cards
Adware - Answer -produce ads that you cant get rid of
-also spyware, observe system activity and targeted advertisements
, -get from clicking on pop-ups
-installs toolbars, fills notification area
Grayware - Answer -pranks that are installed
Botnet - Answer -group of computers acting together to perform certain tasks
-payload of malware
-replicates itself to other computers
-DoS (Denial of Service) Attacks
-vandalize the internet
Zombie - Answer -user that is compromised
-computer in a botnet
-under remote control of hijacker
Rootkits - Answer -takes over root or administrative access
-hides and controls user and antivirus software
-tools used to mask intrusion and obtain admin access
-MBR
What is a Payload? - Answer -part of a computer virus that executes a malicious activity
Ransomware - Answer -locks computer until user performs requested action
Backdoor - Answer -legitimate way of gaining access to a program, online service or
computer system
-undocumented
Zero-day attack - Answer Vulnerability that is present in already released software but
unknown to the software develope
Dictionary attack - Answer password attack of predefined list of words
Types of Malware - Answer Virus
Trojan Horse
Worm
Spyware
Adware
Botnet
Virus - Answer -malicious code attaches itself to another host file
-runs when file is executed
-self replicating
-computer to computer
Trojan Horse - Answer -application that seems legit
-payload thats malicious inside the application
-performing unwanted and harmful actions
-completely control computer, keylogger
Worm - Answer -self propagating without user
-over network by using network protocols
-use email to propagate and send to everyone
-once opened it installs a payload and sends to other computers
Spyware - Answer -application running in the background, no interface
-software that install itself without users knowledge to gather information and
unauthorized access
-threat to privacy and identity theft
-installs keylogger, screen capture that capture login passwords, bank cards
Adware - Answer -produce ads that you cant get rid of
-also spyware, observe system activity and targeted advertisements
, -get from clicking on pop-ups
-installs toolbars, fills notification area
Grayware - Answer -pranks that are installed
Botnet - Answer -group of computers acting together to perform certain tasks
-payload of malware
-replicates itself to other computers
-DoS (Denial of Service) Attacks
-vandalize the internet
Zombie - Answer -user that is compromised
-computer in a botnet
-under remote control of hijacker
Rootkits - Answer -takes over root or administrative access
-hides and controls user and antivirus software
-tools used to mask intrusion and obtain admin access
-MBR
What is a Payload? - Answer -part of a computer virus that executes a malicious activity
Ransomware - Answer -locks computer until user performs requested action
Backdoor - Answer -legitimate way of gaining access to a program, online service or
computer system
-undocumented
Zero-day attack - Answer Vulnerability that is present in already released software but
unknown to the software develope
Dictionary attack - Answer password attack of predefined list of words
