Malware Flashcards
Ransomware
Requires a payment to unencrypt data
Trojans
Malware that enters your system under the guise of another program. Usually pirated software.
Keyloggers
Records all key strokes and sends it to attackers.
Rootkit
Hides by obtaining and maintaining admin privileges.
Spyware
Spread by user interaction, tracks user and offers spam. Adware
Crypto miners
Takes over the ram and processor of the computer adds computer to a botnet to calculate crypto equations.
Armored Virus
Virus that makes it hard to decompile making it impossible to reverse engineer.
Boot sector Virus
Virus that infects BIOS or MBR. Loads when the computer boots
Companion Virus
Attaches itself to a legitimate program then creates a program with a different file name.
Macro Virus
Exploits Microsoft word or excel macros
Multipartite Virus
Attacks multiple systems at a time, making it hard to correct all the problems.
Phage Virus
Alters programs and databases, the only way to get rid of them is to reinstall the program.
Retrovirus
Bypasses and attacks the anti malware software.
Stealth Virus
A virus that attempts to hive by attaching itself to the boot sector.
Worm
Self replicating malware
Botnet
A group of zombie
Step 1 in malware removal
Identify and verify Malware symptoms.
Step 2 in malware removal
Quarantine infected systems
Step 3 in malware removal
Disable system restore in windows
Step 4 in malware removal
Remediate infected systems
Step 5 in malware remediation
Schedule scan and run updates
Step 6 in malware removal
Enable system restore and create a restore point
Step 7 in malware removal
Educate the user.
