News Encyclopedia: Different types of computer malicious software

Malicious software affecting world

Malicious software affecting world Source: Pixabay/ geralt (Public Domain)

Millions of computers in more than 150 countries around the world have to-date been affected by ransomware "WannaCry". In this episode of News Encyclopedia, Winmas Yu explains the four major types of computer malicious software.



Share

News

Sign up now for the latest news from Australia and around the world direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to SBS’s terms of service and privacy policy including receiving email updates from SBS.

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Mandarin-speaking Australians.
Understand the quirky parts of Aussie life.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
Simplified Chinese Collection

Simplified Chinese Collection

Watch onDemand