Can replicate, but needs you to run a program in some way. Spreads though the file system or network. May be invisible and not cause damage.
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Malware that is inside the booting process - does not need the OS
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Malware that encrypts your data
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Bad guys want your money, so they take your most valued asset - your data
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Malware that self replicates - you do nothing and it runs on its own
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Application that pretends to be something other than what it is to trick you into running it; doesn't care about replicating; circumvents security
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The ultimate backdoor that gives admin control of the device
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Invisible to the OS - avoids detection by Anti-malware software
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Records keystrokes into a file and sends file off to the badguys; a way to circumvent encryption; can even record screenshots or clipboard
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Pop ups that can occur whether you are online or not; could have been loaded with other legit software
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Watches you, often for ad purposes; watches your browser and can even have it's own keylogger
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Your computer is a robot and you don't know it - its running as part of a network awaiting commands - used in DDoS attacks, sometimes rented
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Extrinsic danger to the system
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Utilized by an attacker to create a real threat
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Once a malware runs, it can open a door in the OS that allows other malware in; allows avoidance of normal authentication; some are intentionally programmed in
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Opening a compromised web page could allow dangerous code to install on your device
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The term for anti-virus updates
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Waits for a predefined event, time, or action and is often planted by a disgruntled employee
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