Malware

Malware is a type of software that is designed to harm a computer system or network. It can take many forms, from viruses and worms to trojans and ransomware. Malware can be spread through email attachments, infected websites, or malicious software downloads.

Types of Malware

• Viruses: a type of malware that can replicate themselves and spread to other computers. They can be spread through infected email attachments or files downloaded from the internet.
• Worms: similar to viruses but do not require a host program to run. They can spread quickly throughout a network, causing damage to multiple computers at once.
• Trojans: a type of malware that masquerades as legitimate software. They can be downloaded from the internet or installed through email attachments. Once installed, they can give attackers remote access to a computer system.
• Ransomware: a type of malware that encrypts a computer system's files and demands payment from the user in exchange for the decryption key. It can be spread through infected email attachments or malicious software downloads.

Common Methods of Malware Spread

• Phishing attacks
• Drive-by downloads
• Social engineering tactics

Protection Against Malware

• Keep software and operating systems up to date
• Use antivirus and anti-malware software
• Be cautious when opening email attachments or downloading files from the internet
• If a computer becomes infected with malware, disconnect it from the internet and seek professional assistance to remove the malware.

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