SCAN 5-2 Specifikace stáhnout pdf (Strana 173)

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Protecting Computers from Security Risks

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Dialer

A dialer changes client Internet settings and can force a computer to dial pre-configured

phone numbers through a modem. These are often pay-per-call or international

numbers that can result in a significant expense for an organization.

Joke Program

Joke programs cause abnormal computer behavior, such as closing and opening the

CD-ROM tray and displaying numerous message boxes.

Hacking Tool

A hacking tool helps hackers enter a computer.

Remote Access Tool

A remote access tool helps hackers remotely access and control a computer.

Password Cracking Application

This type of application helps decipher account user names and passwords.

Others

"Others" include potentially malicious programs not categorized under any of the

spyware/grayware types.

How Spyware/Grayware Gets into a Network

Spyware/Grayware often gets into a corporate network when users download legitimate

software that have grayware applications included in the installation package. Most

software programs include an End User License Agreement (EULA), which the user has

to accept before downloading. Often the EULA does include information about the

application and its intended use to collect personal data; however, users often overlook

this information or do not understand the legal jargon.

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