1. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself across a network in order to spread to other computers. It often carries a malicious payload that can damage files, extract data, or encrypt files for ransom.
2. There are several types of computer worms including internet worms, email worms, instant messaging worms, file-sharing worms, and IRC worms, which spread via compromised websites, email attachments, instant messages, downloaded media files, and IRC messages respectively.
3. Computer worms can slow down networks and computers, open backdoors, steal or delete files, and more. Organizations should use security software like firewalls and antivirus, monitor network traffic, and practice safe email and web browsing habits
1. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself across a network in order to spread to other computers. It often carries a malicious payload that can damage files, extract data, or encrypt files for ransom.
2. There are several types of computer worms including internet worms, email worms, instant messaging worms, file-sharing worms, and IRC worms, which spread via compromised websites, email attachments, instant messages, downloaded media files, and IRC messages respectively.
3. Computer worms can slow down networks and computers, open backdoors, steal or delete files, and more. Organizations should use security software like firewalls and antivirus, monitor network traffic, and practice safe email and web browsing habits
1. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself across a network in order to spread to other computers. It often carries a malicious payload that can damage files, extract data, or encrypt files for ransom.
2. There are several types of computer worms including internet worms, email worms, instant messaging worms, file-sharing worms, and IRC worms, which spread via compromised websites, email attachments, instant messages, downloaded media files, and IRC messages respectively.
3. Computer worms can slow down networks and computers, open backdoors, steal or delete files, and more. Organizations should use security software like firewalls and antivirus, monitor network traffic, and practice safe email and web browsing habits
1. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself across a network in order to spread to other computers. It often carries a malicious payload that can damage files, extract data, or encrypt files for ransom.
2. There are several types of computer worms including internet worms, email worms, instant messaging worms, file-sharing worms, and IRC worms, which spread via compromised websites, email attachments, instant messages, downloaded media files, and IRC messages respectively.
3. Computer worms can slow down networks and computers, open backdoors, steal or delete files, and more. Organizations should use security software like firewalls and antivirus, monitor network traffic, and practice safe email and web browsing habits
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HARAMAYA UNIVERSITY
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
School Of Electrical and computer engineering
Computer Stream
worm
name id Kaleb Adamu 1304/09
Submitted to MR wehib.A DATE:4/14/2021 WORMS Definition A computer worm is a malicious piece of software that replicates itself from one computer to another with the goal of overtaking the entire network of computers . If a worm is indeed malicious and not just used to breach the system security, the code designed to carry out the attack is referred to as the payload. Payloads are usually created to change or delete files on a target network, extract personal data from them, or encrypt them and seek a ransom from the victim. Types of Computer Worms 1. Internet Worms These computer worms target popular websites with insufficient security. When they manage to infect the site, internet worms can replicate themselves onto any computer being used to access the website in question. 2. Email Worms Email worms are most often distributed via compromised email attachments. They usually have double extensions (for example, .mp4.exe or .avi.exe) so that the recipient would think that they are media files and not malicious computer programs. When the victims click on the attachment, copies of the same infected file will automatically be sent to addresses from their contacts list. 3. Instant Messaging Worms Instant messaging worms are exactly the same as email worms, the only difference is , they are masked as attachments or clickable links to websites. They are often accompanied by short messages like “LOL” or “You have to see this!” to trick the victim into thinking that their friend is sending them a funny video to look at. 4. File-Sharing Worms these programs are disguised as media files with dual extensions. When the victim opens the downloaded file they will download the worm to their computer. Even if it seems that users have downloaded an actual playable media file, an executable malicious file could be hidden in the folder and discreetly installed when the media file is first opened. 5. IRC Worms Internet Relay Chat (IRC) is a messaging app that is mostly outdated nowadays but was all the rage at the turn of the century. Same as with today’s instant messaging platforms, computer worms were distributed via messages containing links and attachments. The latter was less effective due to an extra layer of protection that prompted users to accept incoming files before any transfer could take place. Harmful Effects of Computer Worms worm can send email using an address book stored on the computer and it can inconspicuously open TCP ports to create holes in your security so they can bypass your firewall and infect any other computer that your computer communicates with.phishing emails while very few also try to change the system settings .it also cause harm to their host networks by consuming bandwidth and overloading web servers.Computer worms can also contain “payloads” that damage host computers. . Payloads are commonly designed to steal data or delete files. Some payloads even create backdoors in host computers that allow them to be controlled by other computers. signature of worm Freezing/crashing , Slow computer performance Irregular web browser performance , Programs opening and running automatically Missing/modified files Appearance of strange/unintended desktop files or icons Operating system errors and system error messages Emails sent to contacts without the user’s knowledge
How to control Computer Worms
Security software is crucial for preventing computer worms. Firewalls will filter network traffic for suspicious or unauthorized files and programs. Antivirus programs can scan for and delete known malware files. As well, traffic monitoring can detect suspicious spikes in network traffic. Email scanning is crucial, since many worms gain access through fake emails so A good email filter can detect if these links or files are present. How to prevent,detect and control computer worms Never open strange email attachments,Don’t click weird links , Don’t use P2P programs ,Use current software ,Use strong unique passwords ,Keep the computers’ operating system and software up-to-date ,Avoid opening emails that you don’t recognize or expect, as many computer worms spread via email.Refrain from opening attachments and clicking on links from untrusted/unfamiliar sources.Run a firewall and antivirus software to be further protected from computer worms.
