Adware
What is Adware?
Adware automatically displays unwanted advertisements.
What is Ransomware?
Ransomware encrypts a victim's files, making them inaccessible, then demands a payment in exchange for the decryption key.
What is a Worm?
A Worm is a standalone malicious program that replicates itself and spreads to other computers on a network.
What is Trojan?
A Trojan acts as a legitimate program that tricks users into downloading it.
What is Spyware?
Spyware infiltrates a device and collects information about a user's activities without their knowledge.
What party is Adware sold to?
Adware is sold to the third party.
What currency do attackers want as payment?
A Worm can spread without attaching to a host file or program, while a virus cannot.
What are the two negative things Adware does to your device?
Tracking browsing history, and collects personal info.
What happens if the user doesn't pay or get the decryption key?
Their data is permanently lost.
What is a Worm's primary goal?
To consume bandwidth and can install other malware.
Is Adware always malicious?
No.
What's a good way to remember what ransomware stands for?
It's RANSOM, so it's about stealing and wanting a payment to get your stuff back.
What is a network bandwidth?
It measures the maximum amount of data that can be transferred over a network connection in a given time.
What forms can the unwanted advertisements be in?
Pop-ups, banners, and redirects.
Can Ransomware restrict you from accessing certain files or networks?
Yes.