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قام Ahmed Aboutahra بنشر تحديث
What is the difference between malware, a virus, and a threat?
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Virus :
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– Definition ⇒ A specific type of (malware) that attaches itself to legitimate files or programs to replicate and spread.
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– Behavior :
Activation ⇒ Requires execution of the infected file or program.
Replication ⇒ Spreads by attaching to other files or programs.
Damage ⇒ Can delete files,
⇒ corrupt data,
⇒ or make systems inoperable.
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– Examples :
ILOVEYOU Virus ⇒ Spread via email attachments, causing widespread damage ⇒ by overwriting files.
Melissa Virus ⇒ Propagated through infected Word documents
⇒ leading to email system disruptions.
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malicious software (Malware) :
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– Definition ⇒ Any software intentionally designed to cause harm to a computer system, network, or data.
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– Types :
Viruses ⇒ Require a (host file) to replicate.
Worms ⇒ (Self-replicate) and spread without needing a host file.
Trojans ⇒ (Disguise) themselves as legitimate software ⇒ to gain access.
Ransomware ⇒ (Encrypts) files and demands ransom for decryption.
Spyware ⇒ (Monitors) user activity (without consent).
Adware ⇒ (Displays) unwanted ads and can track user behavior.
Rootkits ⇒ (Hide their presence) ⇒ to maintain unauthorized access.
Keyloggers ⇒ (Record keystrokes) ⇒ to capture sensitive information.
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Threat :
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– Definition ⇒ Any potential danger or risk that could exploit a vulnerability to cause harm to a system or data.
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– Types :
Cyber Threats ⇒ Include malware, hacking attempts, phishing scams, etc.
Physical Threats ⇒ Hardware theft, physical damage, etc.
Human Threats ⇒ Insider threats, social engineering, etc.
– Examples :
Phishing ⇒ Attempt to trick users into revealing sensitive information.
Exploits ⇒ Using known vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access.
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Summary :
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⇒ Malware ⇒ General term for malicious software.
⇒ Virus ⇒ (Specific type of malware) that requires a host file to spread and replicate.
⇒ Threat ⇒ Broader concept referring to any potential risk, which may (include malware, viruses, and other security risks).
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