Malware

4. is unwanted software that monitors and gathers information on a person and how they use their computer.
6. is a program that prevents malware attacks
8. This is a form of virus, as it is self-replicating.
9. designed specifically to target mobile devices
12. are a malicious form of self-replicating software.

1. is a type of malicious activity that uses native, legitimate tools built into a system to execute a cyber attack.
2. is a file or code, typically delivered over a network, that infects, explores, steals or conducts virtually any behavior an attacker wants
3. is a piece of software that appears to perform a useful function (such as a game) but unbeknown to the user it also performs malicious actions.
5. is a large collection of malware-infected devices (zombies)
7. allows a user to maintain privileged access within a system without being detected.
10. can be a worm, virus, or Trojan. It infects a computer and causes it to download or display malicious adverts or pop-ups when the victim is online.
11. replicate themselves but do not attach themselves to files as a virus does