THREATS

THREATS

1. MALWARE

   • It is software that's designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.
   • How to prevent it: install anti virus software and keep it up to date, secure network, think before clicking,keep personal information safe,back up files
     • 'Free Malware Protection eBook'

2. COMPUTER VIRUS

   • software that replicates itself
     • inserts own code and modifies computer programs
     • The Morris worm, The Concept virus, CIH, The Anna Kournikova worm.
   • keep computer up to date
     • anti virus basics
       • back up computer

3. ROGUE SECURITY SOFTWARE

   • makes you believe you have a virus so you pay for anti virus tools
     • 'Winwebsec'
   • install firewall
     • install anti virus software
       • careful what you click on
         • be familiar with scams

4. TROJAN HORSE

   • a program that appears harmless but makes unexpected changes to a computer
     • 'Backdoor'. It gives malicious users remote access over the infected computer
   • keep software up to date
     • keep internet connection secure
       • keep a firewall up

5. MALICIOUS SPYWARE

   • software that infects your PC and gathers personal information
     • viruses, worms
   • don't open mail from unknown senders
     • don't download files from a source you can't trust
       • mouse over links so you know you're being sent to the right place

6. BOTNET

   • a network of private computers infected with software
   • install firewall
     • enhance monitoring
       • use a proxy server
         • disable autorun

7. SPAM

   • junk email sent in bulk
   • avoid opening spam emails
     • don't be tempted to reply
       • be wary giving out your main email
         • use a disposable email

8. PHISHING

   • contacts people asking them for personal information but pretends to be a real company
     • think before you click
       • be informed about phishing techniques
         • check online accounts regularly
           • be wary of pop ups

9. ROOTKIT

   • type of malware that allows people to install tools to get people's personal information
     • install software from trusted places
       • strong firewall
         • regular scans of computer