malware - Concepts

Explore concepts tagged with "malware"

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Concepts

Botnet - A network of compromised computers controlled remotely to perform coordinated malicious activities
Computer Virus - Self-replicating malware that spreads by inserting copies of itself into other programs or files
Computer Worm - Self-replicating malware that spreads across networks without requiring user action or host programs
Cryptojacking - Unauthorized use of computing resources to mine cryptocurrency without the owner's knowledge
Drive-by Download - Unintentional download of malware simply by visiting a compromised or malicious website.
Ransomware - Malware that encrypts victim's data and demands payment for the decryption key
Rootkit - Stealthy malware designed to hide its presence and maintain persistent privileged access to a system
Spyware - Malware that secretly monitors user activity and collects sensitive information without consent
Trojan Horse - Malware disguised as legitimate software that performs malicious actions once installed
Watering Hole Attack - An attack that compromises websites frequently visited by a target group to infect their systems.