CompTIA Security+ All-in-One Exam Guide, Fourth Edition (Exam SY0-401), 4th Edition

CHAPTER 12

Attacks and Malware

In this chapter, you will

     •   Examine the types of malware

     •   Learn about various types of computer and network attacks, including denial-of-service, spoofing, hijacking, and password guessing

     •   Understand the different types of malicious software that exist, including viruses, worms, Trojan horses, logic bombs, and time bombs

     •   Understand the various types of attacks

Attacks can be made against virtually any layer or level of software, from network protocols to applications. When an attacker finds a vulnerability in a system, he exploits the weakness to attack the system. The effect of an attack depends on the attacker’s intent and can result in a wide range of effects, from minor to ...