Malware

Malicious software that

compromises computer systems.
 What is Malware?
• Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any
software specifically designed to harm or exploit
computer systems, steal data, disrupt operations, or
gain unauthorized access.
• It poses a significant threat to cybersecurity.

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 Types Of Malware

• A type of malware that, when executed, replicates itself by

modifying other computer programs and inserting its
own code into those programs.
• Its aim is to disrupt systems, cause major operational issues,
and result in data loss and leakage.

Viruses
 Types Of Malware

• A type of malware that can automatically propagate or self-

replicate without human interaction, enabling its spread to
other computers across a network.
• A worm often uses the victim organization's internet or a local
area network (LAN) connection to spread itself.
Worms
 Types Of Malware

• A type of malware that downloads onto a computer disguised as

a legitimate program.
• The delivery method typically sees an attacker use social
engineering to hide malicious code within legitimate software to
try and gain users' system access with their software.

Trojans
 Types Of Malware

• A type of cryptovirological malware that permanently blocks

access to the victim's personal data unless a ransom is paid.
• It encrypts the victim's files, making them inaccessible, and
demands a ransom payment to decrypt them.

Ransomware
 Types Of Malware

• Any software with malicious behavior that aims to gather

information about a person or organization and send it to
another entity in a way that harms the user by violating
their privacy, endangering their device's security, or other
means.
Spyware
Malware Distribution
Methods
01 Email Attachments

02 Phishing Attacks

03 Infected Websites

04 Malvertising (malicious advertising)

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 Malware Detection and
Prevention
• Malware detection and prevention involves the
use of various security measures, such as
antivirus software, firewalls, and regular system
updates, to identify and stop malicious software
from infecting computer systems.

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 Malware Removal

• Malware removal refers to the process of identifying and eliminating

malicious software from an infected computer system, using
antivirus programs, malware scanners, and other specialized tools.
 Cybersecurity Best
Practices
Strong and unique
01
passwords

Two-factor
02
authentication

Regular updates of
03 Regular data backups 04 computer and
software
 Malware Analysis
• Malware analysis involves the detailed examination and
investigation of malicious software to understand its behavior,
functionality, and potential impact, aiding in the development of
effective countermeasures and security solutions.
 Mobile Malware
• Mobile malware refers to malicious software
specifically designed to target mobile devices, such
as smartphones and tablets, compromising their
security, privacy, and functionality through various
attack vectors and techniques.
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Malware On Internet Of
Things (IOT) Devices

01 IoT vulnerabilities

02 Securing smart home devices

03 Best practices for IoT device security

Malware And Data 01 Malware as an entry
Breaches point for data breaches

02 Malware targeting
personal information

03 Mitigating malware-related
data breaches

04 Legal and regulatory

aspects of data breaches
 Malware Trends And
Evolution
• Malware trends and evolution refer to the
ever-changing techniques, strategies, and
characteristics of malware, including new
attack vectors, advanced evasion methods,
and evolving malicious code to bypass
security measures.

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 Collecting and analyzing
01 digital evidence

Incident response and

02
Malware malware analysis

Forensics
Malware forensics tools
03
and techniques

Legal considerations in
04
malware forensics
 Malware Research And
Security Communities
• Malware research and security communities are
dedicated groups of experts and professionals who
collaborate to analyze, understand, and develop
solutions against malware, sharing knowledge and
best practices to enhance cybersecurity.

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 Conclusion
• In conclusion, malware poses a significant threat to
individuals, organizations, and society as a whole.
• It is crucial to stay vigilant, employ robust security
measures, and continually adapt to the evolving landscape
of malware attacks.
Thank You!!!