In: Computer Science
Compare between malware that spread conceal in a table?
Firstly what is the definition of malware?
It is a commonly form of software which is malicious and can be used for data stealing,lowering performance of computers,bypassing control access and so on.The different types of malware includes Viruses,Worm and Trojan Horses mainly.So the comparison goes like this:-
Virus | Worm | Trojan Horse | |
Definition | A virus can be defined as a software where it attaches itself with the other program thereby decreasing performance | It performs destructive functions by cosuming up the resources | Trojan horse is that of malware which can be used to obtain and steal secret information through networks |
Function | Can be used to inject additional information and modifies the progran | Memory and CPU abdruptly may stop if worm exists | Data stealing |
Spreading pace | Spreads moderately | Faster rating of spreading | Comparatively slow rate |
can it be controlled remotely? | No | Yes | Yes |
Can it replicate? | Yes | Yes | No |
When it occurs? | Transferring file with human action required. | Transferring file and human action action not required | Mainly occurs when any software donloaded from internet which is not an authorised website. |
Examples | ILOVEYOU,Code Red | W32.SillyFDC.BBY | JS.Debeski.Trojan |