Malware attacks can crack weak passwords, bore deep into systems, spread through networks, and disrupt the daily operations of an organization or business. Other types of malware can lock up important files, spam you with ads, slow down your computer, or redirect you to malicious websites.

Malicious software is at the root of most cyberattacks, including the large scale data breaches that lead to widespread identity theft and fraud. Malware is also behind the ransomware attacks that result in millions of dollars in damages. Hackers aim malware attacks against individuals, companies, and even governments.

Some severe strains of malware target financial data and other sensitive information, and they are used to commit extortion, fraud, and identity theft. And malware is not a threat only to Windows PCs : Macs and mobile devices are also vulnerable to malware attacks. Once the malware has been installed, it infects your device and begins working toward the hackers goals.

In this course, “Malware and Prevention”, you see : What is malware?, Types of malware, Malware vectors: How malware attacks happen, Malware prevention, detection and response, Cybersecurity technologies, and Fighting malware with a zero trust approach. You find the lectures (Videos 10+10+10 = 30, 10+10+10 = 30, Total : 60 minutes), (6 pages in the pdf) and Quiz.