Types Of Computer Security Risks
A computer security risk is any action that could cause a loss of or damage to computer hardware, software, data, information, or processing capability. types of security risk s ; (a) Malware : Malware is malicious software, which are programs that act without a user’s knowledge and deliberately /purposely alter the computer’s operations. Types of Malware : *Computer viruses : A potentially damaging program that affects, or infects a computer or mobile device negatively by altering the way the computer or device works without the user's knowledge or permission *Worms : P rogram that copies itself repeatedly, for example in memory, using up resources and possibly shutting down the computer, device or network. * Trojan Horses : P rogram that hides within or looks like a legitimate program. Unlike a virus or worm, a trojan horse does not replicate itself to other computers or device. ...
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