VIRUS

BY ANNA BONITO JOBY

WHAT IS VIRUS AND WHO IS A VIRUS
AUTHOR?
Viruses stands for Vital Information Resources Under Seize.
Viruses are programs which are created deliberately to damage
critical information and data.
The programmer of the virus is known as a virus author ,
intentionally writes a virus program with a motive to damage
data and information.
TYPES OF VIRUSES

File Infector
Boot Sector Virus
Executable File Virus
Macro Virus
EXAMPLES OF VIRUSES
Worm
Trojan Horse
Rootkit
Sweeper
Sleeper
Alabama
Logic Bomb
Christmas Virus
Spyware
Adware
SOURCES OF VIRUSES

E-mail
Internet Download
Distribution Of Software
MALWARE

Malware is short for malicious software

It is a program that acts without a user's knowledge and deliberately
alters the computer operations.
Some corrupt programmers or virus authors write malware and then
test it to ensure it can deliver its payload. A payload is a destructive
event a program is intended to deliver.
SYMPTOMS OF MALWARE
If your computer works differently from usual, it may have been infected by a virus. A
computer,
Infected by a virus, worm, trojan horse, or rootkit, often has one or more of the following
symptoms:
Computer runs much slower than usual.
Memory of computer becomes less than expected. Files become corrupted.
Screen displays unusual message or image.
Music or unusual sound plays randomly. Existing programs and files disappear.
Programs or files do not work properly. Unknown programs or files mysteriously appear.
System properties change.
Operating system does not start up.
Operating system shuts down unexpectedly.
EFFECTS OF MALWARE

It can damage or rename the important files.

It can damage or destroy the operating system. It can decrease the
speed of the computer.
It can reduce the memory or hard disk space.
It can infect boot records.
It can infect executable files.
EMAIL VIRUSES

E-mail viruses are spread by the files attached to e-mail messages. As e-mail
attachments have become more common, the number of e-mail viruses has
also increased. You cannot get an e mail virus from a message that contains
only text.
RANSOMWARE
Ransomware is a virus that restricts access to your computer system and demands a
ransom (money) to be paid in order to remove the restriction.
Ransomware can enter your computer through an e-mail attachment or through
your web browser if you happen to visit a website that is infected with this type of
virus. It can also access your PC or computer via your network. If your computer has
been infected with ransomware, then you most probably won't be able to access
your computer.
How to Prevent Ransomware attacks ?
Make sure the software on your PC is updated, including your operating system and
browsers. Ensure that your antivirus software is up-to-date, and can scan for and wipe
out any
ANTIVIRUS

An antivirus program detects the changes that the virus causes in the computer
An antivirus program protects a computer against virus, identifying and removing
any computer virus found in the memory, storage media, or incoming files.
Antivirus programs use virus signatures as one of their techniques for detecting
viruses. A virus signature, also called a virus definition, is a known specific pattern
of virus code. It is necessary to update your antivirus program signature files often,
for tackling the files containing patterns of newly discovered viruses. This important
activity allows your antivirus software to protect your computer against viruses
FEATURES OF ANTIVIRUS

Most antivirus programs contain an automatic update feature that regularly prompts
the users to download the updated virus signatures, usually at least once a week.
Most antivirus programs automatically check for viruses when they are first installed.
In addition, many antivirus programs automatically scan files downloaded from the
web, e-mail attachments, opened files, and all types of removable media, inserted in
the computer or mobile device.
Users should stay informed about new virus alerts and virus hoaxes. A virus hoax is
an e-mail message that warns users of a non-existent virus or other malware. It may
inform users that an important operating system file on their computer is a virus and
encourage them to delete the file, which could make their computer unusable.
WORKING OF ANTIVIRUS

If an antivirus program detects an infected file, it tries to remove the

malware. If the antivirus program is unable to remove the infection, it
will often quarantine the infected file. Quarantine is a specialized area
of ​a hard disk that holds the infected file until it removes the infection.
This step ensures that other files are not affected. Quarantined files will
remain on your computer until you delete or restore them.
POPULAR ANTIVIRUSES

Norton antivirus
Mcafee
Kaspersky antivirus
AGV antivirus
Totalav
Quick Heal
PRECAUTIONS AGAINST VIRUSES
There is no method that guarantees preventing a computer or network from viruses and
other malware. You should take some precautions to protect your computers from these
infections.
Never open an e-mail attachment, unless you are expecting the attachment, and it is from a
trusted source. A trusted source is a company or person you believe will not send a virus
knowingly. If the e-mail message is from an untrusted source, delete the e-mail message
immediately without opening or executing any attachments.
If a friend unexpectedly sends you a message with an attachment, do not assume that the
attachment is safe. The friend's computer may be infected with a virus that e-mail copies
itself. Confirm with your friend whether he or she actually sent the file.
If you receive a message with a file attachment that you suspect is a virus, and you have no
other way to verify that it is legitimate, delete the message anyway. In all cases, it is better
to permanently delete the message rather than send it to Deleted Items folder.
Do not start a computer with removable media inserted in the drives or plugged in the
ports.
Never trust any e-mail message or website that asks you to update or confirm sensitive
data such as your bank account number, credit card information or account password.
Bear in mind that no legitimate company or organisation will ever contact you via e-mail
to update or confirm such information online.
To keep your computer safe from viruses, always download software and files from trusted
websites.
Install an antivirus program on all your computers. Update the software and the virus
signature files regularly.
Set the macro security in programs so that you can enable or disable macros. Enable
macros only if the document is from a trusted source and you are expecting it
Stay informed about new virus alerts and virus hoaxes.
Scan all downloaded programs for viruses and other malware.
THANK YOU