Summary GCSE AQA Computer Science - Malware Malicious Software

Malware/Malicious Software



Name Definition
Malware Type of software that has been purposely developed to
damage, disrupt or take control of computer system
Ransomware Type of Malware
Encrypts files on an infected system and only decrypts files
once a payment has been made to the hacker.
Spyware Type of Malware
Software that records and transmit what the user has done
without the person’s knowledge
EG key logger
Adware Type of Malware
Software that unwanted advertisement pops up with which
might destroy or disrupt the computer
Virus Type of Malware
Needs human interaction to spread
Damage files or computer program
Worm Type of Malware
Spread through computer system without human
interaction
Trojan Type of Malware
Disguise themselves as legitimate software
Steals the person information
Harmless software that gives away for free and contains
hidden virus