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