Delete files
Identity theft
Data breaches
Slow down your computer
OS up-to-date
Identity theft
Malicious code
Careful software installation
Regular automated backups
Network segmentation
Financial fraud
Anti-Virus Software
Does not need a host file to survive
Replicates automatically
Malicious code that attaches itself to files
Anti-Adware Software
Access to personal details
Usually keyboard spyware
Continuously monitors computer activity
Slow computer and take up memory
Displays adverts on the pop-ups
Can jump to different devices connected
Replicates and spreads
Causes pop-ups that are hard to close
Delete files
Needs a user to activate
Creates backdoor access
Don't download from unknown websites
Encrypts your data and demands payment
Allow viruses/spyware installation
Eat system resources
Keep systems updated
Don't open unknown email attachments
Keep software up-to-date
Opens up ports to hackers
Sends information to a 3rd party
Program that appears harmless but is malicious
Does not need a user to activate
Hijacks browser settings
System hacked
Often spreads through email
Use AdBlocker Software
Network firewalls
Firewall
Network congestion
Modify system information
Designed to block access until money is paid
Firewalls and email filtering
Anti-Spyware Software
Virus
Worm
Trojan Horse
Spyware
Adware
Ransomware