Trojan horse

Zombie

botnnet

Spyware

is ransomware that encrypts files until a ransom is paid

is a scam to fool users into thinking they have some form of malware on their system. T

is a set of programs that allows attackers to maintain permanent administrator-level, hidden access to a computer.

refers to a group of zombie computers that are commanded from a central control infrastructure.

Is almost invisible software.

Resides below regular antivirus software detection.

Requires administrator privileges to install and maintains those privileges to allow subsequent access.

All the above

Worm

Fileless virus

Relies on user decisions and actions to spread.

Does not need to be attached to a host file.

All the above

Often contains spying functions, such as a packet sniffer, or backdoor functions

that allow a computer to be remotely controlled from the network.

uses legitimate programs to infect a computer. Because it doesn’t rely on files,

it leaves no footprint, making it undetectable by most antivirus, whitelisting, and other

traditional endpoint security solutions.

is software that is installed without the user's consent or knowledge. It is designed

to intercept or take partial control over the user's interaction with the computer.

is software that contains adware, installs toolbars, or has other unclear objectives

none

Potentially unwanted program

Pop Unwanted program

program unwanted pause

pause unwanted pause

denies access to a computer system until the user pays a ransom.

is designed to perpetrate identity theft to allow access to online accounts at financial services, such as banks and online retailers.

is a scam to fool users into thinking they have some form of malware on their system.

e is a malware infected computer that allows remote software updates and control by a command and control center called a zombie master

is designed to execute only under predefined conditions. It lies dormant until the predefined condition is met.

is software that is installed without the user's consent or knowledge.

Is installed on a machine when the user visits a particular web page or runs a particular application.

Collects various types of personal information, such as internet surfing habits and passwords. It sends the information back to its originating source.

Can interfere with user control of the computer such as installing additional software, changing computer settings, and redirecting web browser activity

All the above

is a scam to fool users into thinking they have some form of malware on their system.

is designed to perpetrate identity theft to allow access to online accounts at financial services, such as banks and online retailers

Steal cached passwords

Conduct transactions in the background after logon.

all above

Redirect users to fake sites.

Can interfere with user control of the computer such as installing additional software, changing computer settings, and redirecting web browser activity.

is a malicious program that is disguised as legitimate or desirable software.

e is a malware infected computer that allows remote software updates and control by a command and control center called a zombie master.

is a malware program that includes a back door that allows administrative control over the target computer.