COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
TYPES OF NETWORK SECURITY
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Does not need to attach to a program
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Can only occur when a computer is not connected to a network
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A type of social engineering
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Designed to access a computer by misleading users of its’ intent by prompting to download a program
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Detailed explanation-1: -5. Trojan. A Trojan disguises itself as desirable code or software. Once downloaded by unsuspecting users, the Trojan can take control of victims’ systems for malicious purposes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Data Protection Act 2018 Section 170: Creates an offence of the deliberate or reckless obtaining, disclosing, procuring and retention of personal data without the consent of the data controller.
Detailed explanation-3: -A virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other code-based entity that infects a host. Spyware and some forms of adware are also examples of malicious code. A program that is written intentionally to carry out annoying or harmful actions, which includes Trojan horses, viruses, and worms.
Detailed explanation-4: -Trojans Malware – Malware disguised in what appears to be legitimate software. Once activated, malware Trojans will conduct whatever action they have been programmed to carry out. Unlike viruses and worms, Trojans do not replicate or reproduce through infection.