Malware

 

Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any intrusive software developed by cybercriminals that are often termed hackers with the aim of stealing data and damaging or destroying computers and computer systems. Examples of common malware include viruses, worms, Trojan viruses, spyware, adware, and ransomware.

TYPES:

1)Virus

2)Worms

3)Trojan Virus

4)Spyware

5)Adware

6)Ransomware

These malicious programs steal, encrypt, and delete sensitive data. They change or hijack core computing functions. This program monitors end-users' computer activity.

Malware infects a network or a device, and its purpose is to cause harm to the devices, networks, and their users in some sort of manner. Depending upon the variant of malware, this type of damage can be presented differently to the user or endpoint. 

Source of information

https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/definition/malware

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