Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity: attacks

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Index

Ransomware

Virus

Personal attacks

Trojan

Pharming

Other attacks

Virus attack: Explanation

Phising

Man-in-the-middle

Trojan attack: Explanation

Virus

A computer virus is a malicious program or code that sneaks into devices without the user's knowledge or permission. It sneaks in, spreads and infects other systems, just like a biological virus. Additionally, it may cause changes to the operating system or damage to other programs.

Trojan

A Trojan virus is a type of malware that is downloaded to a computer disguised as a legitimate program.

Pharming

It is a type of cyber attack that redirects users to fraudulent websites or manipulates their computer systems to collect sensitive information.

Phising

Is a method of tricking you into sharing passwords, credit card numbers, and other sensitive information by posing as a trusted institution in an email message or phone call.

Man-in-the-middle

It is a type of attack in which someone intercepts the communication between two devices connected on the network.

Ransomware

It is a type of malware or malicious code that prevents the use of the equipment or systems it infects.

Personal attacks

Hate speech: They are people who try to disturb or provoke controversy in the debates that are generated on social networks, blogs, forums or any virtual space that allows commenting or giving an opinion.

Fake news: They are not based on data or facts, are partially or completely false and are intended to manipulate, confuse, misinform or deliberately cause harm.

Cyberbulling: It is a behavior that is repeated and that seeks to frighten, anger or humiliate other people. For example: Spreading lies or posting embarrassing photos or videos of someone on social media...

Dangerous communities: They promote activities that seek harmful physical and emotional effects, relying on dangerous content.