3.2 – Common Security Issues Flashcards
1
Q
Most Common
A
Malware
2
Q
- Unable to Access the Network
A
o Can be malware slowing down the system
o Prevents data from being sent / received from cards
o Wants to stay infected
3
Q
- False Alerts Regarding Antivirus Protection
A
o Says no antivirus installed / expired
o Says computer infected & needs to download false antivirus
4
Q
- Alter System / Personal Files
A
o Missing / renamed files
o Typical for malware to rename files / alter them
5
Q
- Unwanted Notifications Within the OS
A
o Might get notifications the OS is not functioning correctly
6
Q
- OS Update Failures
A
o Computer cannot be updated [shuts off updates]
7
Q
- Random / Frequent Pop-Ups
A
o From websites / malware on computer
8
Q
- Certificate Warnings
A
o Certificate from site is expired / not trusted
o Don’t visit site that gives this error
9
Q
- Redirection
A
o Going to bad website that redirects to malware website
