Malicious software was created to install, take control, and execute harmful actions on a computer without the users’ knowledge or permission. This type of software can range from viruses, corrupted web browser controls, malicious scripts, to Trojan horses.
It is common for innocent web sites to be hacked by malicious attackers. Some search engine crawlers can detect malware (also known as spyware). Often when they detect it, they will notify the webmaster by sending a warning message.
A computer virus is commonly used to indicate other types of malware, adware, and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability. It can only spread from one computer to another when its host is taken to the target computer. The virus is then contracted in some form of executable code.
Charlotte Web Design Tips for Better Protecting Your Website
•Use strong passwords and be sure to change them on a regular basis
•Keep your security software updates current
•Use anti-malware tools in order to scan your site for potential threats and the existence of malware.
•Keep sensitive configuration files away from end users
•Download security tools for Windows
•Research and install an Anti-Virus kit to your computer
•Inspect images, documents, HTML, and other files regularly
•Inspect links to third-party content, images, advertisements, blogs, and RSS feeds.
Examples of Different Malicious Software and Computer Viruses
•Randex
•CMJ•Meve
•MrKlunky
•Polyboot.B
•AntiEXE
•Relax
•Bablas
•097/M/Y2K
•Melissa.A
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Monday, May 10, 2010
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Types of Computer Viruses
A computer virus is referred to as a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer. “Virus” is commonly used to indicate other types of malware, adware, and spyware programs that do not have the reproductive ability.
A real computer virus can only spread from one computer to another when its host is taken to the target computer. The virus is contracted in some form of executable code.
Below are a few examples of computer viruses:
Direct Action Viruses
Replicates and takes action when it is executed. When a specific condition is met, the virus will go into action and infect files in the directory or folder that it is in and in directories that are specified in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file PATH. This batch file is always located in the root directory of the hard disk and carries out certain operations when the computer is booted.
Resident Viruses
This type of virus is a permanent which dwells in the RAM memory. From there it can overcome and interrupt all of the operations executed by the system: corrupting files and programs that are opened, closed, copied, renamed etc.
Examples include: Randex, CMJ, Meve, and MrKlunky.
Trojans or Trojan Horses
Another unsavory breed of malicious code are Trojans or Trojan horses, which unlike viruses do not reproduce by infecting other files, nor do they self-replicate like worms.
Boot Virus
This type of virus affects the boot sector of a floppy or hard disk. This is a crucial part of a disk, in which information on the disk itself is stored together with a program that makes it possible to boot (start) the computer from the disk.
The best way of avoiding boot viruses is to ensure that floppy disks are write-protected and never start your computer with an unknown floppy disk in the disk drive.
Examples of boot viruses include: Polyboot.B, AntiEXE.
Macro Virus
Macro viruses infect files that are created using certain applications or programs that contain macros. These mini-programs make it possible to automate series of operations so that they are performed as a single action, thereby saving the user from having to carry them out one by one.
Examples of macro viruses: Relax, Melissa.A, Bablas, O97M/Y2K.
Directory Virus
Directory viruses change the paths that indicate the location of a file. By executing a program (file with the extension .EXE or .COM) which has been infected by a virus, you are unknowingly running the virus program, while the original file and program have been previously moved by the virus.
Once infected it becomes impossible to locate the original files.
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A real computer virus can only spread from one computer to another when its host is taken to the target computer. The virus is contracted in some form of executable code.
Below are a few examples of computer viruses:
Direct Action Viruses
Replicates and takes action when it is executed. When a specific condition is met, the virus will go into action and infect files in the directory or folder that it is in and in directories that are specified in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file PATH. This batch file is always located in the root directory of the hard disk and carries out certain operations when the computer is booted.
Resident Viruses
This type of virus is a permanent which dwells in the RAM memory. From there it can overcome and interrupt all of the operations executed by the system: corrupting files and programs that are opened, closed, copied, renamed etc.
Examples include: Randex, CMJ, Meve, and MrKlunky.
Trojans or Trojan Horses
Another unsavory breed of malicious code are Trojans or Trojan horses, which unlike viruses do not reproduce by infecting other files, nor do they self-replicate like worms.
Boot Virus
This type of virus affects the boot sector of a floppy or hard disk. This is a crucial part of a disk, in which information on the disk itself is stored together with a program that makes it possible to boot (start) the computer from the disk.
The best way of avoiding boot viruses is to ensure that floppy disks are write-protected and never start your computer with an unknown floppy disk in the disk drive.
Examples of boot viruses include: Polyboot.B, AntiEXE.
Macro Virus
Macro viruses infect files that are created using certain applications or programs that contain macros. These mini-programs make it possible to automate series of operations so that they are performed as a single action, thereby saving the user from having to carry them out one by one.
Examples of macro viruses: Relax, Melissa.A, Bablas, O97M/Y2K.
Directory Virus
Directory viruses change the paths that indicate the location of a file. By executing a program (file with the extension .EXE or .COM) which has been infected by a virus, you are unknowingly running the virus program, while the original file and program have been previously moved by the virus.
Once infected it becomes impossible to locate the original files.
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CODANK is a top rated Charlotte Web Design, Internet Marketing and Search Engine Optimization firm located in Charlotte, NC. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality, cost effective custom software development services, delivering a broad range of business consulting and outsourcing services. We specialize in web design and development, branding and identity, internet marketing, and content management systems.
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Friday, October 16, 2009
Malicious Internet Activity: Spyware
Hackers are unfortunately becoming quite clever these days. They are finding ways to create automated profile pages on networking websites, such as Facebook, to spread spyware to unsuspecting users.
Spyware is a type of malicious software (also known as malware) that is installed on computers and that collects information about users without their knowledge. Users are unaware of the presence of spyware. Normally, it is secretly installed on the user’s personal computer. Sometimes, the owner of a shared, corporate, or public computer installs spyware on purpose to secretly monitor other users. Spyware is also called privacy-invasive software.
Even though the term spyware proposes the secrecy of monitoring the user’s computing. It actually goes way beyond simple monitoring. Spyware programs are capable of collecting various types of personal information. This information can include: Internet surfing habits and frequently visited websites. Spyware is known to alter computer settings. This can cause slow connection speeds, different homepages, and/or loss of Internet.
Examples of Spyware
HuntBar
Internet Optimizer
CoolWebSearch
Movieland
MyWebSearch
Zlob Trojan
Zango (formerly 180 Solutions)
WeatherStudio
The response to the emergence of spyware lies within a small industry dealing in anti-spyware software. Anti-spyware software has developed to remove or block spyware. Many jurisdictions have passed anti-spyware laws, which target any software that is secretly installed to control a user’s computer.
Anti-Spyware Software
Symantec
McAfee
Sophos
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Spyware is a type of malicious software (also known as malware) that is installed on computers and that collects information about users without their knowledge. Users are unaware of the presence of spyware. Normally, it is secretly installed on the user’s personal computer. Sometimes, the owner of a shared, corporate, or public computer installs spyware on purpose to secretly monitor other users. Spyware is also called privacy-invasive software.
Even though the term spyware proposes the secrecy of monitoring the user’s computing. It actually goes way beyond simple monitoring. Spyware programs are capable of collecting various types of personal information. This information can include: Internet surfing habits and frequently visited websites. Spyware is known to alter computer settings. This can cause slow connection speeds, different homepages, and/or loss of Internet.
Examples of Spyware
HuntBar
Internet Optimizer
CoolWebSearch
Movieland
MyWebSearch
Zlob Trojan
Zango (formerly 180 Solutions)
WeatherStudio
The response to the emergence of spyware lies within a small industry dealing in anti-spyware software. Anti-spyware software has developed to remove or block spyware. Many jurisdictions have passed anti-spyware laws, which target any software that is secretly installed to control a user’s computer.
Anti-Spyware Software
Symantec
McAfee
Sophos
About CODANK Charlotte Web Design
CODANK is a top rated Charlotte Web Design, Internet Marketing and Search Engine Optimization firm located in Charlotte, NC. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality, cost effective custom software development services, delivering a broad range of business consulting and outsourcing services. We specialize in web design and development, branding and identity, internet marketing, and content management systems.
For more information, visit us at www.codank.com
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