Sunday, 25 July 2010

Information on Threats

Drive-By Downloads
A drive-by download is an advantage that creates bugs, such like run malicious software or read data from computer.
Phishing Attacks
A phishing attack occurs when an attacker displays a webpage that sends e-mails to a trusted company.
Spyware
An spyware tracks or sends personal information to third parties. It is also an identity threat.
Viruses
A virus is a kind of malicious code, typically spreads threats.
Heuristic Viruses
A heuristic virus is depending on malicious behaviour. It may steal sensitive information.
Worms
A worm is when it spreads threats, but it sends them directly via e-mail.
Unsolicited Browser Changes
An unsolicited browser change is when it changes webpage to another, that may display ads.
Suspicious Browser Changes
A suspicious browser change is when a user may get permission to download automatically programs without consent.

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