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malware types

Mar 08, 20261 min read

categorised by one of or a combination of malware’s intentions, propagation methods/mediums, what the malware does, and how the malware is packaged.

The types include:

  • virus
  • trojans
  • spyware
  • worms
  • bloatware
  • rootkit
  • logic bomb
  • ransomware
  • keyloggers

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  • 2.4 Given a scenario, analyze indicators of malicious activity
  • Comptia Security+ Chapter 3
  • rootkit
  • spyware
  • trojans
  • worms

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