TROJAN HORSE ATTACK Presentation in cyber security (1).pptx
- 1. TROJAN HORSE BY : RAKSHITHA . U CSE ‘ B’ SOURCE COORDINATOR : SANTHOSH SIR
- 2. WHAT IS TORJAN VIRUS ? A Trojan (often referred to as a Trojan virus) is a type of malware that hides within a legitimate file or program to gain access to your device. Because Trojan malware is delivered inside a legitimate app or file, it’s very difficult to detect. Trojans are used to spy on victims, steal data, infect other programs, and inflict other harm.
- 3. Legend has it that the greeks won the trojan war by hiding in a huge ,hallowed out horse that was given as a gift to the city of troy .they were then able to sneak in without anyone knowing and then captured the city and won their war Like wise this program sneaks in with another downloaded file and gives out your information without you knowing it ever happened.
- 4. how trojan works ?
- 5. What TORJAN does Deletes data Blocks data Modifies existing data Copies data Disrupts the performance of computer and networks
- 6. Different types of Trojan horse Remote access trojans : It is designed to provide the attacker with complete control of the victim’s system. Data sending trojans : It is designed to provide the attacker with sensitive data such as passwords ,credit card information … Downloader trojan : the main purpose of these trojans are to download additional content onto the infected computer such as additional pieces of malware Ransomware trojans : encrypts file and demands a ransom in exchange for the decryption key .
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- 8. How to stay protected ? • Never download or install software from a source you don’t trust completely. • Never open an attachment or run a program sent to you in an email from someone you don’t know. • Keep all software on your computer up to date with the latest patches. • Make sure a Trojan antivirus is installed and running on your computer. • Download apps and software from official sources. • Don’t click web banners or unfamiliar links. • Update your operating system from time to time to patch it against all security loopholes.
- 9. Thank you .