Different Kinds Of Malware
Some of the main categories of malware include the following:
Virus: This is software that is able to replicate itself and then spread over to other computers. It can also be software that has been designed to damage computers through using up its computer memory, reformatting its hard disk or deleting files. Adware: This is financially supported software (or another program is financially supported) through displaying ads while you are connected to the internet. Spyware: This kind of software secretly collects information and then sends it to another party. Kinds of information that is gathered includes your computer's IP address, system/browser information and visited websites. Browser hijacking software: This is a type of advertising software that changes your browser settings, displaying advertising pop-ups intermittently and creates desktop shortcuts. After hijacking a browser, the software might redirect links over to other websites with advertisements, or websites where web usage information is collected. It's imperative to be able to understand how to remove malware quickly and effectively. How malware gets installed Writers of malware are quite experience in using various tricks so that users download their malware unknowingly. Software that is bundled along with other software is referred to as a "Trojan Horse." Various kinds of malware that is categorized as adware or spyware is bundled with peer-to-peer file sharing software. Software promising to help with downloads or speed your internet connection up frequently contains adware. Email containing what seems to be an innocent attachment or link is another common way of infecting a computer with malware. Malware may exploit security holes that your browser has to invade your computer. At times websites may say that you need to have software in order to view the website. In some cases, malware on your computer can also be attempting to trick users so that they click "Yes" and install software onto their computers. Another trick that they use is having an error window display when you click "No." Other website will say that are using a certificate which makes their website "safe," even though that is not the case at all. The only thing that certification verification means is that the company writing the software is the same company appearing on the download prompt. There is some malware that doesn't provide any uninstall option, and it installs code in hidden and unexpected places, such as the Windows registry or it alters the operating system, which makes it harder to remove. |