Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners - 2022 Edition - Part 02 - Rootkits

The video tutorial discusses rootkits, a dangerous form of malware that can hide other malware and evade detection. It explains the five main types of rootkits: kernel level, application level, library level, hypervisor level, and firmware level. The tutorial also covers symptoms of rootkit infections, such as non-functional anti-malware software, system changes, frozen input devices, and high network usage. The recommended solution for rootkit infections is often to wipe the hard drive, as detection is challenging.

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