network security threats

network security threats

1. worm

   • it replicates itself inorder to spread onto other computers,often it uses a computer network to spread its self

2. spyware

   • software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive.

3. phishing

   • fradulent attempt at retreiving someones sensitive data including passwords ,usernames and credit card details

4. virus

   • a piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.

5. trojan horse

   • a type of malicious code or software that looks legitimate but can take control of your computer

6. network projection

   • an extensively used method for compressing information about bipartite networks

7. brute force attack