Malware

Malware is a summary term for all malicious software. It is such software, which was created with the intent to break into the computer system or damage it. The term malware was created from words malicious and software. The malware includes:

• Computer Virus
• Internet worms
• Trojan horse
• Spyware
• Adware
• Spammers
• Dialers
• Hijackers
• Phishing
• Pharming
• Spoofing

Malware in practice: Malware is one of the major security risks in the field of information and computer security in particular. With the increasing number of new malware attacks, it is necessary to protect your system by a set of security software and follow safety basics. As the protection of security software improves, malware changes to avoid this security protection. It is a never ending battle.

CIO has a responsibility in the organization for security measures against malware.