#10unit 1online security and payment system

Malicious code

Harmful software code such as viruses and worms.

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Malicious code

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Malicious code (malware) includes viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, and bots — programs designed to take advantage of software vulnerabilities and damage or control computer systems.

  • Define malicious code (malware) and identify its main types.
  • Distinguish a virus from a worm.
  • Explain what a Trojan horse and ransomware do.
  • Describe how bots and botnets are used in attacks.