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Ch.27 Threats & Security on the Internet - Coggle Diagram
Ch.27 Threats & Security on the Internet
Security Threats
Malware
a computer program that causes damage / denial of service on infected computer system
Worms
no need attachment
by email
Trojan Horse
spread as an email attachment
used by hackers to steal sensitive info
Computer Viruses
need attachment
Distribution ways
email
internet
storage media
Spyware
hides itself & look for info on the computer for illegal
Adware
type of software that keeps track of users' activities
Security Application Software
Anti-virus software
clean up the virus
quarantine / isolate
delete both the virus & the file
Anti-spyware Program
Firewall software
safeguards all incoming & outgoing data through the internet / network
block suspicious data
prevent hackers' attack
cannot filter the virus
Browsers & Security
Malicious Scripts
Incognito window
wont save your history
commonly use while using public computer
Browser Design Flaws & Vulnerabilities
there might hv vulnerabilities in web browsers