5 of the Worst Computer Viruses Ever

The video discusses the nature and impact of computer viruses, highlighting five significant viruses: Melissa, I Love You, Slammer, Storm Worm, and Mebroot. It explains how these viruses spread, their effects on computers and networks, and the financial damage they caused. The video also emphasizes the importance of antivirus programs and security updates in preventing such threats.

What is a common challenge faced by antivirus programs?

• They cannot detect any viruses.

• They struggle with new, unseen threats.

• They are too expensive for most users.

• They only work on Windows systems.

How did the Melissa virus primarily spread?

• Through infected USB drives.

• Via social media platforms.

• Through malicious websites.

• By exploiting email attachments.

What was the main consequence of the ILOVEYOU virus?

• It caused physical damage to computers.

• It deleted important system files.

• It overwrote user files with copies of itself.

• It slowed down internet connections globally.

What was unique about the Slammer worm's method of spreading?

• It used email attachments.

• It required user interaction to spread.

• It spread through social media.

• It targeted SQL servers.

What was the primary goal of the Storm Worm?

• To crash operating systems.

• To create a botnet.

• To delete user files.

• To steal credit card information.

How does Mebroot gain control over a computer?

• By sending phishing emails.

• By using fake antivirus software.

• By exploiting social media accounts.

• By infecting the master boot record.

What technique does Torpig use to steal information?

• Keylogging software.

• Man-in-the-browser attacks.

• Ransomware encryption.

• Phishing emails.