Malware Flashcards
What is a virus?
A virus is a self-replicating piece of code that is embedded in another executable program. When the executable program is run, the virus code is also executed to perform certain malicious actions. Actions might include deleting or modifying files and reproducing itself to other parts of the system or network.
What is a worm?
A worm is a program that does not need a host program. The main characteristic is that it is able to self-replicate very quickly, spreading itself over internet networks. Usually, the goal of a worm is just to spread itself to multiple computers, but it may or may not perform malicious actions. Whereas a virus usually corrupts or modifies a file system of an infected computer.
What is a malware?
A malware is a malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, modify or destroy an information resource, or possibly steal sensitive information.
What are the 5 characteristics of a virus?
Why are viruses that don’t do any damage still dangerous?
Rabbit virus
What is the difference between worms and viruses?
A worm is a standalone program, while viruses require a host program that is executable.
