This key facts covers What is Malware? within Types of Malware for GCSE Computer Science. Revise Types of Malware in 3.6 Fundamentals of Cyber Security for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 15 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 3 of 9 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
What is Malware?
Malware (malicious software) is any software intentionally designed to cause damage to a computer, server, network, or to steal data. There are many different types, each with different methods of spreading and causing harm.
Practice questions for Types of Malware
Which type of malware attaches itself to a legitimate file and requires user action to spread?
Explain how a Trojan horse works.