COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
TYPES OF THREATS AND ATTACKS
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Pharming
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Social Engineering
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Shoulder surfing
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Man-in-the-middle attacks
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Detailed explanation-1: -Many programs scan for malware using a database of known malware definitions (also called signatures). These definitions tell what the malware does and how to recognize it. If the anti-malware program detects a file that matches the definition, it’ll flag it as potential malware.
Detailed explanation-2: -The best way to guard against malware is to install antivirus software, such as Bitdefender, Norton, or Kaspersky. Antivirus software helps to prevent malware from being installed, and it can also remove malware from your computer.
Detailed explanation-3: -Good cyber hygiene practices that prevent malware attacks include the following: Patch and update software. Use firewalls and security software, such as antimalware and antivirus.
Detailed explanation-4: -Ransomware Ransomware is software that uses encryption to disable a target’s access to its data until a ransom is paid.