![]() ![]() There are several types of malicious computer worms: Email wormsĮmail worms work by creating and sending outbound messages to all the addresses in a user's contact list. The messages include a malicious executable file that infects the new system when the recipient opens it. Successful email worms usually employ social engineering and phishing techniques to encourage users to open the attached file. File-sharing wormsįile-sharing worms are programs that are disguised as media files.
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