- Industry: Software
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A computer algorithm that calculates a unique number, called a hash value, when it receives a string of data, as in a text or EXE file. When compared to the original file, a hash value shows if the file has been changed.
Industry:Internet
A text-based interface that launches and configures an application from the command line.
Industry:Internet
A piece of code designed to damage a system and the data it contains, or to prevent the system from being used in its normal manner.
Industry:Internet
A supplemental virus definition file created in response to an outbreak of a new virus or new variant of an existing virus.
Industry:Internet
Includes a document that outlines an organization’s anti-virus policies. It lists products, configuration settings, update schedule, and anti-virus enforcement policies. The organization should review this policy document at least every six months to compare the company’s security posture with the current threat landscape.
Industry:Internet
A set of keystrokes and instructions that are recorded, saved, and assigned to a shortcut key. When the key code is typed, the recorded keystrokes and instructions execute. Macros can simplify otherwise tedious day-to-day operations but as with any programming language, these can be used maliciously.
Industry:Internet
Also known as a memory resident program, a program that remains active in memory while other programs run on the system. TSRs allow the user to quickly switch between programs in a non-multitasking environment. Examples of TSRs are VShield, a DOS-based mouse, and a CD-ROM driver. Some viruses are TSRs that stay in memory to infect other files and programs.
Industry:Internet
A database used to store instructions and other information. The registry is broken down into keys, for which values are set. An alternative to using an INI file in many cases, this Microsoft Windows component is often used by virus authors as well as legitimate Windows programmers.
Industry:Internet
A specific host from which a firewall allows you to block communication. The firewall attempts to trace the source of the packets you receive from the blocked host.
Industry:Internet
A Dynamic Link Library (. Dll) file contains a library of functions and other information accessible by a Microsoft Windows program.
Industry:Internet
