1. SPYWARE 2005-06 Computer Applications L6D, LAM Siu Fai (18)

2. A pproximately 90% of all computers worldwide that use the Internet have been -----or currently are----- infected with spyware.

3. Adware Vs. spyware

4. Adware Vs. spyware Password Account name

5. Symptoms of Spyware Infection Soooo slow –s–start up / shut down –p–programs –m–mouse response

6. Pesky pop-ups –large quantity of pop- up advertisements

7. Symptoms of Spyware Infection Home page hijack –‘home page’ changed without users’ notice New bookmarks –new web links are added to computer Unusual icons –strange shortcuts

8. Symptoms of Spyware Infection Automatic redialing –connect to the Internet via dial-up connection Abnormal activity –send/receive large amount of data Uninvited toolbars –strange toolbars have been added

9. How does spyware infect a computer? Internet advertisement File-sharing software Pirated software Fake spyware- removal programs E-mail attachments Hackers

10. What does spyware do? Installation of ‘keystroke logging’ program Hijack internet browser / homepage Track Internet-surfing habits Hogs system’s memory, CPU cycles & Internet bandwidth Creates its own files, cookies, DDLs, registry key…

11. If you think your computer is infected with spyware Don’t take chances! Scan and remove them immediately Steps –download 2 spyware-removal programs –install and update separately –scan the entire computer –remove or quarantine the found spyware –repeat with another program

12. Anti-spyware programs 2 types: reactive programs can remove spyware that already lurks on the computer proactive programs can prevent entry of spyware by using a virtual shield

13. Reactive anti-spyware programs Ad-Aware free version www.lavasoftusa.com Spybot search and destroy www.safer-networking.org

14. Proactive anti-spyware programs spy sweeper www.webroot.com etrust pestpatrol www.ca.com McAfee antispyware www.mcafee.com