Anyone who owns a computer that’s connected to the internet should be aware of the risks they face with regard to malware and viruses and the precautions they must take to protect themselves. The types of malware that are most likely to affect your devices are constantly evolving, so even if you think you’re well protected, you still need to stay on top of updating your antivirus and anti-malware systems and remain vigilant.
Here are just a few examples of some of the current most common computer viruses to be aware of. You can work with a company in Phoenix, AZ specializing in malware, virus and spyware removal to deal with these problems if you have been affected.
GoBrut
GoBrut is a virus that is relatively new to the internet. While it’s not particularly sophisticated, it can still wreak havoc through its brute force technology designed to decipher passwords and gain access to your operating system.
When it’s effective, GoBrut can significantly slow down your internet access and potentially uncover confidential information, including usernames, passwords, account information, financial information, Social Security numbers and more.
The Trojan Glupteba
Glupteba has become one of the best-known viruses currently around the internet. Because it manages to keep such a low profile, its presence can be difficult to uncover initially; many people whose devices are infected by this trojan do not realize it until it’s too late. When it manages to invade a system, it uses that system’s IP and port information to communicate with other websites to collect sensitive information to use against you. It might also intentionally direct you to other harmful websites.
Jokeroo
This is a common piece of ransomware that is often distributed through social media sites. Hackers who use this type of ransomware take part in a larger scheme that gives them a portion of the ransom they get from their victims. It’s unique in that people who take part in the service have to join as members at varying levels.
Cyborg ransomware
Another common type of ransomware is Cyborg. It’s designed to sneak on to computers and encrypt some of your files. Currently, its most common form is a piece of ransomware that gets into Windows 10 systems designed as updates to the operating system. Therefore, you should avoid opening any file you’re unsure about, especially if it has a “jpg” extension.
If Cyborg manages to take over your computer, you’ll be notified that certain files on your computer are encrypted and that you’ll need to pay a ransom to be able to restore them. It will provide instructions for paying the ransom, but even if you pay up, it is unlikely you will get decryption. The virus can be removed, but you will likely not be able to restore your access to the files without being able to restore recent backups (another reason why it’s important to always back up your files).
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