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Types of Malware

Malware is a catchall term for software that runs or resides on a computer without the consent of the user. It can be classified broadly according to its purpose, method of execution, and method of propagation. This section will cover the following topics:

  • Adware
  • Viruses
  • Worms
  • Spyware
  • Trojans
  • Rootkits
  • Backdoors
  • Logic bombs
  • Botnets

 

Adware

Adware is malware that seeks to hijack the attention of the user, usually causing additional advertisements to appear, or replacing advertisements that might normally appear . . .

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