{"id":7056,"date":"2024-03-15T12:44:38","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T11:44:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mascalagrimas.es\/dev-enthec_old\/?p=7056"},"modified":"2024-03-25T15:53:57","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T14:53:57","slug":"types-of-malware-and-keys-to-prevent-these-attacks-from-affecting-your-companys-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mascalagrimas.es\/dev-enthec_old\/en\/types-of-malware-and-keys-to-prevent-these-attacks-from-affecting-your-companys-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Malware and keys to prevent these attacks from affecting your company’s security"},"content":{"rendered":"

Types of Malware and keys to prevent these attacks from affecting your company’s security<\/b><\/h1>\n

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Protecting against malware involves deploying a<\/span> corporate strategy that a deep understanding of the threat must underpin.<\/b> From<\/span> Enthec<\/span><\/a> we tell you what<\/span> malware consists of and its different types.<\/b><\/p>\n

What is malware?<\/b><\/h2>\n

A malware attack is a<\/span> malicious attempt to gain access to computer systems, networks, or computers<\/b> to steal sensitive information, infect systems, encrypt data, or cause damage. Malware’s goals include gaining unauthorized access, stealing data, encrypting information, or damaging the affected system.<\/span> Organizations must <\/span>be aware of and protect against these attacks<\/b> because of the severe consequences they can have if successful, such as financial losses, operational disruptions, data recovery costs, and reputational damage.<\/span> If you’re wondering<\/span> how many types of malware there are,<\/b>read on, we’ll tell you about it below.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Different Types of Malware You Should Know About<\/b><\/h2>\n

Malware can be classified into different categories depending on its purpose:<\/span><\/p>\n

Virus<\/h3>\n

One of the most well-known types of malware is viruses, which aim to alter the normal functioning of the computer device,<\/strong> regularly replacing executable files with others containing the device’s code. Its infection can be through removable devices, emails, or network connections.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adware<\/h3>\n

It is software designed to display unwanted advertising on the screen<\/strong>. One of the methods that infects the system is after downloading a program and inadvertently allowing permissions. The other method of infection may be browsing a website<\/strong>, taking advantage of the vulnerability in the user’s browser to perform an unintentional download.<\/p>\n

Spyware<\/h3>\n

It is a type of malware that hides in the computer system, monitors user activity, and steals information<\/strong>. In this case, it is infected through unsafe web pages<\/strong>, taking advantage of vulnerabilities through ads or pop-ups that, when clicked, download this type of malware.<\/p>\n

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Trojan<\/b><\/h3>\n

It is malware that appears to be<\/span> legitimate and harmless software<\/b> but aims to control the computer, introduce more malicious software, steal data, and spread it to other devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rear Doors<\/b><\/h3>\n

After installation, it<\/span> gives malicious users access<\/b> to control a computer remotely.<\/span> It infects computers from untrustworthy websites or downloads.<\/b>. It can also infect through emails.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keyloggers<\/b><\/h3>\n

It records<\/span> keystrokes made on the keyboard to store them in a file<\/b> and send them over the Internet. They can hide on removable devices, in emails, or downloads from non-legitimate pages.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thieves<\/b><\/h3>\n

This type of malware<\/span> accesses private information stored on the computer<\/b> to steal and share the most sensitive data, such as passwords.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ransomware<\/b><\/h3>\n

Ransomware is a type of malware<\/span> that infects your computer to take control of it and demand a ransom payment in return<\/b>. When it infects your computer, ransomware encrypts all files and folders on it,<\/span> preventing keyless access to them.<\/b>. It is spread through attachments in untrustworthy emails or web pages.<\/span><\/p>\n

Computer Worm<\/b><\/h3>\n

They are<\/span> programs that make copies of themselves by staying in different places on the system.<\/b>. It can make changes to the system without authorization and cause a decrease in system performance or a worse connection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rootkit<\/b><\/h3>\n

This type of malware allows<\/span> hackers to access your computer without your knowledge to hide the processes<\/b> and files on your system for malicious purposes. It can infect other devices with files or downloads from non-legitimate sites.<\/span><\/p>\n

Botnets<\/b><\/h3>\n

Botnets are any<\/span> group of devices that are infected and controlled remotely<\/b> by an attacker to control as many devices as possible and carry out illicit activities<\/span>. It spreads via<\/span> malicious code on websites<\/b> after exploiting its vulnerability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rogueware (fraudulent software)<\/b><\/h3>\n

This type of malware<\/span> masquerades as a security tool that launches a fake alert or message<\/b> that something is wrong with your computer to click on a link to download software that fixes the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cryptojacking<\/b><\/h3>\n

Cryptojacking is a type of malware that consists of a practice in which<\/span> cybercriminals use users’ devices without their consent<\/b> and use the machine’s resources to “mine” forms of online money known as cryptocurrencies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Malicious Apps<\/b><\/h3>\n

These types of apps pose as legitimate apps or try<\/span> to emulate other successful apps<\/b>.<\/span> Once installed on the device, they will ask us for a series of abusive permissions, or, on the contrary, they will<\/span> make fraudulent use of those permissions.<\/b><\/p>\n

Ways Malware Can Enter a System<\/b><\/h2>\n

Malware<\/span> gets into a system in different ways.<\/b>. Some of the most common are:<\/span><\/p>\n