Viruses, Trojans and Spyware (AQA GCSE Computer Science): Flashcards
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Malware definition
Malware definition
Software created to cause harm, disrupt systems, or steal data
Virus definition
Virus definition
Program that hides inside another program (host) and runs when host is executed
Replication in viruses
Replication in viruses
Process of viruses making copies of themselves
Trojan definition
Trojan definition
Programs that trick users by pretending to be legitimate software
Do trojans replicate?
Do trojans replicate?
No, trojans don't replicate themselves unlike viruses
Backdoor
Backdoor
Secret entry point allowing hackers remote access to computer
Spyware definition
Spyware definition
Malware bundled with software that secretly gathers information
What are keyloggers?
What are keyloggers?
Record every key pressed to capture passwords and login details
How viruses spread
How viruses spread
Email attachments, downloads, infected storage, file sharing
What damage can viruses cause?
What damage can viruses cause?
Delete/corrupt data, fill storage, spread to other programs
Anti-malware software purpose
Anti-malware software purpose
Detects and removes all types of malware
What does real-time protection do?
What does real-time protection do?
Continuously scans traffic, monitors downloads, blocks threats
Why anti-malware needs updates
Why anti-malware needs updates
To have up-to-date definitions of known viruses and malware