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What is a common symptom of a malware infection on your computer according to the text?
What is a common symptom of a malware infection on your computer according to the text?
Why might malware prevent you from downloading malware removal programs?
Why might malware prevent you from downloading malware removal programs?
What is suggested as a good practice when dealing with malware on your system?
What is suggested as a good practice when dealing with malware on your system?
How do some malicious websites attempt to deceive users about their system's security according to the text?
How do some malicious websites attempt to deceive users about their system's security according to the text?
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What may happen if you allow a website to send you push notifications according to the text?
What may happen if you allow a website to send you push notifications according to the text?
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Why might malware prevent your operating system from downloading the latest security patches?
Why might malware prevent your operating system from downloading the latest security patches?
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What may happen if the date and time on your computer is incorrect?
What may happen if the date and time on your computer is incorrect?
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What could be a possible reason for a browser to be redirected to a different search engine?
What could be a possible reason for a browser to be redirected to a different search engine?
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Why is using an anti-malware or antivirus cleaner generally not the best solution for browser redirection?
Why is using an anti-malware or antivirus cleaner generally not the best solution for browser redirection?
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What is the recommended best practice for dealing with browser redirection issues caused by malware?
What is the recommended best practice for dealing with browser redirection issues caused by malware?
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What risk is associated with following links that redirect your browser to third-party search engines?
What risk is associated with following links that redirect your browser to third-party search engines?
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What is the purpose of the malware that presents false antivirus alerts?
What is the purpose of the malware that presents false antivirus alerts?
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How can users potentially deal with false antivirus alerts presented as messages asking for subscription renewal?
How can users potentially deal with false antivirus alerts presented as messages asking for subscription renewal?
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What can changing the permissions for certain files on your system indicate?
What can changing the permissions for certain files on your system indicate?
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What can happen if you notice modifications to the Windows operating system files on your computer?
What can happen if you notice modifications to the Windows operating system files on your computer?
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Why might you see errors in your browser related to certificate problems?
Why might you see errors in your browser related to certificate problems?
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How can users investigate certificate problems in a browser?
How can users investigate certificate problems in a browser?
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Why might a browser display a message indicating 'your connection is not private'?
Why might a browser display a message indicating 'your connection is not private'?
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What is the recommended action if certificates provided by a website show incorrect information?
What is the recommended action if certificates provided by a website show incorrect information?
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What is the suggested course of action if you suspect malware on your system?
What is the suggested course of action if you suspect malware on your system?
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How can one potentially prevent malware from entering their system when prompted with fake antivirus alerts?
How can one potentially prevent malware from entering their system when prompted with fake antivirus alerts?
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Study Notes
- Malware can cause slow network access, system hang-ups, and interfere with normal computer operations.
- Malware may prevent access to the internet or download of security patches, making it difficult to remove the malware.
- False alerts, such as expired antivirus messages or system lock warnings, may be used to trick users into downloading malware.
- Browsers may allow websites to send push notifications, which can be used to distribute false alerts or malware.
- Modified operating system files and changed permissions can indicate malware presence.
- Certificate problems in browsers can be indicative of a malicious website or incorrect date and time settings.
- Browser redirection to a third-party search engine can result in unwanted malware or advertising.
- Infection with malware often requires deletion of all data and a fresh operating system installation or restoration from a known good backup.
- False alerts, push notifications, and browser redirection are common tactics used by malware to distribute and gain access to systems.
- Incorrect date and time settings can cause certificate errors and browser issues, making it important to check and update the system clock.
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Description
Learn about common symptoms and indicators that your computer may be infected with malware. Understand how malware can affect network performance, cause system hang-ups, and prevent normal operations.
