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    Carlos Miguel R. Buton Ict-Animation 12 B September 30, 2019

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    This document discusses the top 10 most common internet threats. It describes threats such as spam, which makes up over 50% of emails and can contain malware; adware, which displays unwanted ads and collects user data; Trojans, which leave systems unprotected; viruses, which spread quickly by attaching to downloads; and worms, which self-propagate through email. It also discusses threats like phishing, which uses fake emails to steal passwords; spyware, which monitors keystrokes and files; keyloggers, which record keyboard entries like passwords; pharming, which exploits the DNS system; and rogue security software, which cons users into paying for useless protection.

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    This document discusses the top 10 most common internet threats. It describes threats such as spam, which makes up over 50% of emails and can contain malware; adware, which displays unwanted ads and collects user data; Trojans, which leave systems unprotected; viruses, which spread quickly by attaching to downloads; and worms, which self-propagate through email. It also discusses threats like phishing, which uses fake emails to steal passwords; spyware, which monitors keystrokes and files; keyloggers, which record keyboard entries like passwords; pharming, which exploits the DNS system; and rogue security software, which cons users into paying for useless protection.

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    This document discusses the top 10 most common internet threats. It describes threats such as spam, which makes up over 50% of emails and can contain malware; adware, which displays unwanted ads and collects user data; Trojans, which leave systems unprotected; viruses, which spread quickly by attaching to downloads; and worms, which self-propagate through email. It also discusses threats like phishing, which uses fake emails to steal passwords; spyware, which monitors keystrokes and files; keyloggers, which record keyboard entries like passwords; pharming, which exploits the DNS system; and rogue security software, which cons users into paying for useless protection.

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    This document discusses the top 10 most common internet threats. It describes threats such as spam, which makes up over 50% of emails and can contain malware; adware, which displays unwanted ads and collects user data; Trojans, which leave systems unprotected; viruses, which spread quickly by attaching to downloads; and worms, which self-propagate through email. It also discusses threats like phishing, which uses fake emails to steal passwords; spyware, which monitors keystrokes and files; keyloggers, which record keyboard entries like passwords; pharming, which exploits the DNS system; and rogue security software, which cons users into paying for useless protection.

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    Carlos Miguel R.

    Buton
    ICT-ANIMATION 12 B
    September 30, 2019

    INTERNET THREATS
    Meaning
    - A web threat is any threat that uses the World Wide Web to facilitate cybercrime. Web threats use multiple
    types of malware and fraud, all of which utilize HTTP or HTTPS protocols, but may also employ.

    The Top 10 Most Common Internet Threats

    Spam
    -The fact that most of our emails accounts come with a ‘Spam’ or ‘Junk’ folder insinuates that spam emails
    are a huge issue, with more than 50% of emails being syphoned into these folders. Aside from being an
    annoyance, spam emails are not a direct threat. However, many can contain malware.

    Adware
    -Adware is a type of malware software that displays unwanted ads when a user is surfing the internet. The
    ads often redirect your searches to advertising websites and collect marketing-type data about you, behind
    your back.

    -Adware is often included in many shareware or freeware downloads as a legitimate way of generating
    advertising revenues that help fund development. However, some websites are infected with malicious
    adware that us automatically downloaded to your computer.

    Trojan
    -Trojans leave your computer completely unprotected, which can mean that hackers can steal any data from
    your system. Trojans often present themselves as harmless computer programmes so that hackers can
    penetrate your computer without being detected.
    Virus
    -One of the most talked about internet threats is a virus. Viruses usually attach themselves covertly to
    downloads as they are designed to spread at an alarming rate. Viruses are often attached to files for
    download, shared via CDs, DVDs, and USB sticks, or loaded on to computers by opening infected email
    attachments.
    Worms
    -Worms usually make their way on to a computer via a malicious email attachment or USB stick. Once your
    computer has been infected by a worm, it will likely send itself to every email address logged in your system.
    To the receiver, your email will appear harmless, until they open it and are infected by the same worm.
    Phishing
    In its simplest terms, phishing is a form of fraudulent activity. More often than not, official-looking emails are
    sent impersonating a well-known provider, such as a bank. These emails are sent to acquire people’s
    passwords and credit card details.
    Spyware
    -Another form of malware is spyware. Spyware is an all-encompassing internet nasty and is usually attached
    to pop-ups of downloadable files. Once installed on your computer, spyware can monitor your keystrokes,
    read and delete your files, reformat your hard drive, and access your applications. Whoever is controlling the
    spyware has access to your personal details without you even knowing.
    Keyloggers
    -Similar to a part of spyware, keyloggers record a user’s keyboard actions. Most keyloggers will be looking for
    distinguishable key entries, such as bank card details and passwords. Keylogging is often linked to identity and
    intellectual property theft.
    Pharming
    -Pharming is a more complex version of phishing that exploits the DNS system. Pharmers often create web
    pages mimicking that of a trustworthy business, such as an online banking log-in page. Users will then enter
    their details, thinking they are logging in to their usual service, and their details will be stolen by the pharmer.
    Rogue Security Software
    -If you are ever downloading antivirus or antispyware programmes, make sure you have purchased it from a
    legitimate source. Rogue security software will often ask you to pay for extra protection, which is a huge con.
    The security software is completely useless and criminals have robbed you of your money.

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