Malware - Malicious software designed to infiltrate, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems or networks, Virus - A type of malware that can replicate itself and spread to other files or systems, often causing harm or disrupting operations., Worm - A self-replicating malware that can spread across networks without human intervention, often exploiting vulnerabilities in operating systems or software, Trojan - A type of malware disguised as legitimate software, tricking users into executing it and allowing unauthorized access or control of their systems, Ransomware - Malware that encrypts files on a victim's system, demanding a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key, Spyware - Malware that secretly gathers information about a user's activities, such as browsing habits or login credentials, and sends it to unauthorized third parties, Adware - Malware that displays unwanted advertisements or redirects users to advertising websites, often bundled with legitimate software, Keylogger - Malware that records keystrokes on a compromised system, capturing sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data., Botnet - A network of compromised computers, or "bots," controlled by a central command to carry out malicious activities, such as distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks., Rootkit - Malware that hides its presence and grants unauthorized access to a compromised system, allowing attackers to control it while remaining undetected, Exploit - A piece of software or code that takes advantage of vulnerabilities or weaknesses in a system or software to gain unauthorized access or perform malicious actions., Phishing - A social engineering technique where attackers impersonate trustworthy entities, such as banks or organizations, to trick users into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware., Zero-day - A vulnerability or software flaw that is unknown to software developers or security experts, making it exploitable by attackers before a patch or fix is available., Backdoor - A hidden or undocumented method or vulnerability intentionally inserted into software to bypass normal authentication or security controls., Antivirus - Software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malware from computer systems by scanning files, monitoring system activity, and blocking suspicious behavior.,

DayDayUp IT Course - Lesson 27 - Malware vocabulary

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