Malware
Critical Thinking: Malware
Assignment Details:
In an essay, answer the following questions based on the readings from this module:
- How do you determine the type and location of malware present on the computer or device? Explain your rationale.
- In your opinion, do you think that vulnerabilities can be minimized in the future? Why or why not?
Provide information from your readings to support your statements.
Deliverables:
Your essay should be 4-5 pages in length, incorporating at least two academic resources from the Library in addition to the case study. Cite all sources using Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines found in the Library, citing references as appropriate.
Answer preview
Malicious software, popularly known as malware refers to either files or programs that are harmful to a computer because they have the effect of stealing, deleting and encrypting personal data, illegally monitoring computer usage and altering the normal functioning of machines. There are different types of malicious software with varying features and those that execute themselves on specific locations of a computer. Determining the type and location of malware present on the computers is easy because the device starts to have some changes in its normal functioning and operations.
Identifying Malware
The computer in most cases becomes annoyingly slow with signs of strange pop-up windows and ads even when not using the browser. Most ads contain inappropriate content because they are believed to be eye-catching. They are very difficult to close and tend to occupy most of the monitor hence blocking your view from…
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