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This week, we are continuing with:
Logic bomb
A logic bomb is a type of Trojan horse, code which is intentionally inserted into software, which executes a malicious function when specific conditions occur. Such conditions can include a change in a file, a particular series of keystrokes, or a specific time or date.
Macro
A macro is a series of commands and actions that help to automate and simplify some tasks within a program such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or Access. Such programs allow Macros to be embedded in documents, so that the programs may be run automatically when the document is opened. Whilst making the task less tedious and open to errors, Macros are in mini-programs and can be infected by viruses.
Macro virus
A macro virus is a malicious macro, written in a macro programming language. When a document or template containing the macro virus is opened in the target application, the virus runs, does its damage, and copies itself into other documents. Continual use of the program results in the spread of the virus. This is why it may be dangerous to open unexpected attachments in emails. Modern antivirus software detects macro viruses as well as other forms of viruses.
Mail bomb
A mail bomb is an excessively large email or numerous duplicate emails sent to a user’s email account. This is done to crash the system and prevent genuine messages from being received.
Malware
Malware is a generic term used to describe malicious software such as viruses, Trojan horses, spyware, and malicious active content. Mail bombs are simple to design but their extreme simplicity means they can be easily detected by spam filters.
Mutating virus
A mutating virus changes, or intentionally mutates, as it progresses through its host files making disinfection more difficult.
The Glossary will continue next week. In the meantime, should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!
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