{"id":2794,"date":"2023-12-09T09:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T08:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=2794"},"modified":"2025-01-30T12:21:42","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T11:21:42","slug":"types-of-malware-and-keys-to-prevent-these-attacks-from-affecting-the-security-of-your-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/types-of-malware-and-keys-to-prevent-these-attacks-from-affecting-the-security-of-your-company\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Malware and keys to prevent these attacks from affecting the security of your company"},"content":{"rendered":"

Protecting against malware involves deploying a corporate strategy based on in-depth knowledge of the threat.<\/strong>
From Enthec<\/a>, we tell you what malware consists of and its different types<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What is malware<\/h2>\n

A malware attack is a malicious attempt to gain access to computer systems, networks, or computers <\/strong>to steal sensitive information, infect systems, encrypt data, or cause damage. The goals of malware include gaining unauthorized access, stealing data, encrypting information, or damaging the affected system.
Organizations must be aware of and protect against these attacks <\/strong>because of the serious consequences they can entail if successful, such as financial losses, operational disruptions, data recovery costs, and reputational damage.
If you’re wondering how many types of malware there are<\/strong>, read on; we’ll tell you below. <\/p>\n

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The Different Types of Malware You Need to Know About<\/h2>\n

Malware can be classified into different categories depending on its purpose:<\/p>\n

Virus<\/h3>\n

One of the most well-known types of malware is viruses. These viruses aim to disrupt the normal functioning of the computer device<\/strong>, regularly replacing executable files with others that contain the device’s code.
Its infection can be through removable devices, emails, or network connections.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adware<\/h3>\n

It is software designed to display unwanted advertising on screen.<\/strong> One of the methods that infects the system is after downloading a program and inadvertently allowing permissions.
The other method of infection can be browsing a website, <\/strong>taking advantage of the vulnerability in the user’s browser to perform an unintentional download. <\/p>\n

Spyware<\/h3>\n

It is a type of malware that hides in the computer system, monitors user activity, and steals information.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this case, it is infected through unsafe web pages, <\/strong>taking advantage of vulnerabilities through ads or pop-ups that, when clicked, download this type of malware.<\/p>\n

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Trojan<\/h3>\n

This malware appears legitimate, harmless software<\/strong> but aims to control your computer, introduce more malware, steal data, and spread to other devices.
Rear doors<\/p>\n

Back Doors<\/h3>\n

After installation, it provides access to malicious users <\/strong>to control a computer remotely.
It infects computers from untrustworthy websites or downloads.<\/strong> It can also infect through emails.<\/p>\n

Keyloggers<\/h3>\n

Records keystrokes made on the keyboard to store them in a file <\/strong>and send them over the Internet. They can be hidden on removable devices, in emails or downloads from non-legitimate pages. <\/p>\n

Thieves<\/h3>\n

This type of malware accesses private information stored on the computer<\/strong> to steal and share the most sensitive data, such as passwords.<\/p>\n

Ransomware<\/h3>\n

Ransomware is a type of malware that infects a computer to take control of it and, in exchange, demands a ransom payment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

When ransomware infects your computer, it encrypts all files and folders, preventing access without a key.<\/strong> It is spread through attachments in untrustworthy emails or web pages. <\/p>\n

Computer worm<\/h3>\n

They are programs that make copies of themselves by remaining in different places in the system.<\/strong> They can make system changes without authorization, decreasing system performance or worsening the connection. <\/p>\n

Rootkit<\/h3>\n

This type of malware allows hackers to access your computer without your knowledge to hide the processes and files <\/strong>on your system for a malicious purpose. It can infect other devices with files or downloads from non-legitimate sites. <\/p>\n

Botnets<\/h3>\n

Botnets are any group of devices that are infected and controlled remotely by an attacker<\/strong> to control as many devices as possible and carry out illicit activities.
It spreads through malicious code on websites <\/strong>after exploiting its vulnerability.<\/p>\n

Rogueware (rogue software )<\/h3>\n

This type of malware masquerades as a security tool that launches an alert or a fake message<\/strong> indicating that something is wrong with the computer to click on a link to download software that solves the problem.<\/p>\n

Cryptojacking<\/h3>\n

Cryptojacking is a type of malware that involves cybercriminals using users’ devices without their consent<\/strong> and using the machine’s resources to “mine” forms of online money known as cryptocurrencies.<\/p>\n

Malicious Apps<\/h3>\n

These types of apps masquerade as legitimate apps or try to emulate other successful apps.<\/strong>
Once installed on the device, they will ask us for a series of abusive permissions or, on the contrary, they will make fraudulent use of those permissions.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ways to get malware into a system<\/h2>\n

Malware gets into a system in different ways.<\/strong> Some of the most common are: <\/p>\n