Desiree Boudreau

4. (2) a type of virus that infects the boot sector of floppy disks
5. a computer virus that stores itself within memory allowing it to infect other files even when the originally infected program has been terminated
8. (2) causes an immense problem to the functioning of a computer system by altering the browser settings
12. (2) a type of malware that infects executable files with the intent to cause permanent damage
13. a fast-moving virus that uses file infectors or boot infectors to attack the boot sector and executable files simultaneously
14. the operating system and all the utilities that enable the computer to function

1. a complicated computer virus that affects data types and functions
2. distributed denial of service
3. (2) type computer security vulnerability through websites that breaches your web browser security
6. (2) a virus that attacks or start to work immediately this can include nonviolent and less often violent activities which target persons, groups, or property deemed offensive to the direct action participants
7. A type of malware that infects your computer
9. (2) Type of virus that allows the remote attackers to perform various malicious activities on the compromised machine. Also names after a Plant.
10. (2) any malicious computer program which misleads users of its true intent
11. messages distributed by electronic means
15. a standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers