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Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals

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Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any software specifically designed to harm or exploit computer systems, networks, or users. It encompasses a broad category of malicious programs that can include viruses, worms, trojan horses, ransomware, spyware, and more.

How to detect malware

  • Antivirus Software: utilize reputable antivirus or anti-malware software that employs signature-based detection, behavior analysis, and heuristics to identify and remove malicious code;

  • Behavioral Analysis: monitor system behavior for unusual or malicious activities, such as unauthorized access, file modifications, or network communication;

  • Endpoint Protection: implement endpoint protection solutions that detect and block malware at the device level, preventing infections before they occur.

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You may know about viruses and trojans - all these threats are types of malware.

Virus - malicious code that attaches itself to clean files and spreads when the infected file is executed.

Trojan - a type of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or beneficial software allowing unauthorized access.

Stuxnet is a sophisticated and highly targeted computer worm that was discovered in 2010. What made Stuxnet particularly interesting was its level of complexity and its purpose: to target and disrupt Iran's nuclear program, specifically its uranium enrichment facilities.

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