Maliciously spreading code Windows virus protect

Author: (USA) Grimes (Grimes, R.A.)
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: This book provides a wealth of information for system administrators and users, helping them understand malicious code issues under the Windows system. By discussing different malicious propagation codes chapter by chapter, the author provides detailed discussions on various types of malicious code, including:
· Viruses
· Trojans and worms
· ActiveX and Java malicious attack code
· DOS viruses
· Macro viruses
· Browser-based malicious attack code
· Email attacks
· Instant messaging attacks (Instant messaging attacks)
This book provides a thorough introduction to each method. In addition to describing the principles of these attack methods, it also provides technical details to help you understand why these attacks can be executed. Each chapter introduces specific protective measures that should be taken for the corresponding attack method. Although you have done your best, you may still be vulnerable to malicious code attacks. Sometimes the results of such attacks are very obvious; other times, unless significant damage is caused, the results are difficult to detect. This book explains how to identify and recognize signs of attacks from various types of malicious code. Each chapter introduces how to remove this malicious code and restore your system. At the end of each chapter, the author evaluates the danger level of the corresponding attack type for that chapter.