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Viruses
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- 1a malicious program designed to replicate itself and transfer from one computer to another (internet, local networks, FDs, CDs, etc.)Virus
- 2a malicious program that transfers from one computer to another by any types of means. Ex. ILOVEYOU Worm, LOVE BUG WORMWorm
- 3a malicious program that disguises as a useful program but once downloaded or installed, leaves your PC unprotected and allows hackers to get your information.Trojan
- 4a program that runs in the background without you knowing it (thus called “spy”). It has the ability to monitor what you are currently doing and typing through keylogging.Spyware
- 5a program designed to send you advertisements, mostly as pop-ups.Adware
- 6an unwanted acquisition of sensitive personal information like passwords and credit card details.Phishing
- 7an unwanted email mostly from bots or advertisers. It can be used to send malware.Botnet
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- Emp Tech Flashcards on Viruses, created by Samuel Nieva on 08/08/2019.
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