1.4.1 threats to a network Flashcards
What does Malware mean
It is Malicious Software which means it intends to do harm.
what is pharming
This is actually downloaded onto your device so that when you open a website it sends you to their fake one.
what is a virus
A computer virus is a small software program that spreads from one computer to another and interferes with computer operation
what is a worm
that operates by spreading copies of itself from one device to another
what is a trojan
making something that someone will want to download ( a movie ) and they will actually get it but when they open it a virus is released.
what is spyware
It spies on what you are doing on your device so that it might find passwords and information.
what is adware
it allows lots of adverts to come up and every time you remove it, it stays for a little longer and will carry on.
What can a hacker do with malware?
Hackers can steal data directly from them or they can make people pay a ransom to get it back.
Methods to use that can prevent these attacks:
firewall
frequently update software
anti virus
check the URL
What is a brute force attack?
uses a trial-and-error approach to systematically guess login info, credentials, and encryption keys.
HOW TO PREVENT BRUTE FORCE ATTACKS
only a certain number of attempts
what is DDOS attack
a class of cyber attacks designed to make a service inaccessible. It is meant to shut down a machine or network so that people can’t access it.
what is data interception
when data is sent it packets and on the way over to where it is being sent, someone makes a copy of the data.
ways to prevent data being stolen
Locks on doors
Alarms
security camera
Security guard
Password entry
Firewalls
Encryption
