Online Safety, Security & Ethics Flashcards
Stands for malicious software
Malware
A dangerous computer program that replicates itself through a network
Computer worm
Usually spread through email and running of attachments from suspicious sources
Computer worm
Some deleted files, some disrupt network functions
Computer worm
A malware that fronts to perform a good funtion, but performs undesirable function without the users consent
Trojan Horse
It can disable computers defenses
Trojan horse
Can erase data, corrupt files, allow access to computer
Trojan horse
A program that duplicates itself, then infects the computer. It spread like biological virus
Computer virus
Can be transferred by removable devices
Computer virus
A computer program that is installed on a computer to collect information or even take control without the knowledge of user
Spyware
Can monitor, can collect information from the user
Spyware
Designed to send advertisement; mostly pop ups
Adware
Unwanted email mostly from bots or advertiser. It can be used to send malware
Spam
2 types of spam
Email spam
(Aka junk emails)
Email spoofing
A practice of trying to get confidential information by making it appears from a trustworthy source
Phishing
