Hacking

Hacking

1. Spyware

   • Software desighned to gather data from your device
   • Will run in the background and relay personal information like passwords to the hacker
   • Uses trojan horses, third party downloads, ads, adult content, etc.
   • Can destroy the computer by crashing or overheating the computer.
   • Can be avoided by not touching suspicious Email, and not entering dodgy websites
   • Can be stoped with the appropriate software

2. Viruses, Trojans and worms

   • Can enter your device through files, visiting infected websites or infected emails
   • Viruses are usually attached to a file, and will not activate until the file is opened
   • Trojan software is malware that is disguised to look like legitimate software. Will steal data, but can also give the hackers access to the infected system
   • Ransomware holds your system hostage, locking all activity until the money is paid. If not done, the ransomware will delete files
   • Worms can replicate and spread to other computers using computer networks, causing major damage
   • Can be avoided by updating software and keeping the software as topped up as usual

3. Phishing

   • When scammers try to trick targets into divulging private information like credit card details and bank details by pretending to be a legitimate company
   • Will design pages and websites to mimic the legitimate company, and use tactics to try win the targets trust
   • May disguise themselves as family members
   • Can also install malware like trojan horses
   • Banks and large companies won't ask you to re-enter passwords and usernames, and will never send an email with spelling incorrections

4. Botnet

   • A hacker uses software like a trojan horse to infect thousands or even millions of computers, phones or other devices to a large network controlled by the hacker. The devices will function normally, but will be under control by the hacker
   • Can use the network to launch largescale spam campanes, spreading malware et.
   • Can also be sold to criminals (Rented or hole)