What are the different types of viruses, explained?
File Infector Virus 🦠
Attaches itself to executable files and spreads when the file is run.Boot Sector Virus 💾
Infects the boot record of a system and loads before the OS starts.Macro Virus 📄
Uses macros in documents (Word/Excel) to execute malicious code.Polymorphic Virus 🧬
Changes its code each time it spreads to avoid antivirus detection.Metamorphic Virus 🔄
Completely rewrites its own code while keeping the same behavior.
Worm 🪱
Self-replicates and spreads automatically over networks.Trojan Horse 🐴
Disguised as legitimate software but performs malicious actions.Ransomware 🔐
Encrypts or locks data and demands payment to restore access.Rootkit 👻
Hides malware at the system core level to avoid detection.Fileless Malware ⚡
Runs in memory using system tools without writing files to disk.File Infector Virus 🦠
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