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• Viruses

  Replicate themselves by modifying other programs and inserting their own code into them.

• Spyware

  Enters a user's device, collects private data, and sends it to third parties without consent.

• Adware

  Displays unwanted ads on a user's device, often in the form of pop-ups or banners.

• Worms

  Spread copies of themselves to other computers across a network.

• Ransomware

  Blocks a user or organization from accessing files on their computer unless the victim pays the attacker.

• Phishing

  The sending of fraudulent communications via email or text messages that appear to come from a legitimate source.

• Pharming

  An attack meant to redirect users to malicious websites designed to steal personal data or financial information.

• Rootkit

  Gives hackers access and control over to a user’s computer; can infect both software and hardware.

• Trojan horse

  Destroys information or allows hackers to steal it; usually is downloaded as a legitimate app.

• Malvertising

  Attacks and compromises systems by spreading advertisements injected with malicious code.

• Browser Hijacking Software

  Modifies a web browser's settings without a user’s permission and redirects them to websites they had no intention of visiting.

• Downloader

  Installs itself to a system and after the infected computer connects to the internet, connects to a remote server to download more malicious programs.

• Keylogger

  Records a user’s keystrokes while typing and sends this information to third parties.

• Unwanted browser extensions

  Infected with malicious code, collects personal information and sends it to third parties; may be used by hackers for more complicated attacks.

• Formjacking attack

  The hacking of sites to steal user banking details and personal data by taking over the site's form page.

• Banking Trojan

  Collects banking information and other sensitive data.

• Exploits

  Uses a device’s vulnerabilities (in software or hardware) to initiate a denial-of-service (DoS) attacks or install malware.

• Coin-miner

  Uses the hardware of a user’s device to mine cryptocurrencies.

• Fileless threats

  Uses native, legitimate built-in instruments of a user’s device to execute a cyber attack without downloading additional files.

• Script-based attacks

  Attacks based on the usage of scripts to detect and take advantage of device vulnerabilities, gain unauthorized access, or execute malicious actions directly in memory.

• Potentially unwanted programs (PUPs)

  Different types of malware that can cause Mac slowdowns, display unwanted ads, or install malicious apps.