Protecting your computer from cyber threats is very important. And more cybersecurity threats are out there each and every year. During the COVID-19 pandemic cybercrime has increased by around six hundred percent.
How many types of malware are there? Dozens at least. But some are more common than others.
Read on to learn all about the different types of malware.
Viruses
Viruses are one of the most widespread types of malware. Basically viruses are embedded in a file that you would want to download or that appears to be a file that you would want to download.
Once downloaded it starts embedding itself in other files on your computer which makes it very difficult to get rid of.
Adware
Do you hate popups? Then you'll definitely hate adware. Adware infects your computer and will start throwing up popups even when you're not on pop-up heavy websites.
Adware is annoying to be clear but it's probably the least threatening form of malware out there. It basically just bothers you with advertising and it's relatively simple to clear out.
Ransomware
Ransomware is a form of malware that will take over your computer lock down your files and threaten to release your private information if you don't pay the hackers a certain amount of money by a given deadline.
However just because you pay them the ransom doesn't necessarily mean that you'll get your information back.
To prevent against ransomware make sure that you always have a backup of your files so you don't end up in a tricky situation.
Worms
Worms are also malware that get into your computer through downloaded files but there's a catch. Worms are self-replicating so they're very difficult to get rid of.
Worms find their way into programs in your computer system and manipulate them for their own use.
Trojans
Trojans often appear as fake antivirus programs. Named for the mythical Trojan Horse trojans trick you into downloading them and then they infect your computer. Once infected trojans can wreak havoc on your computer system.
Some of the different types of trojans include backdoor Cryxos DDoS Ransom Spy SMS Downloader and many others. Because of how many different types of trojans there are it's best to have a professional take you through to prevent against trojans.
Spyware
This form of malware monitors your keystrokes which means the hacker will know every single word that you type in. Spyware may be installed on your computer by someone who is spying on you personally.
It may also be installed on your computer by someone who will sell your information to advertising agencies major corporations and other entities. It also can be difficult to find malware installed on your computer if you don't know that it's there.
Recognize the Different Types of Malware
Now that you know the different types of malware you'll be more able to protect your computer and your privacy.
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