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Yashpal Patel
Yashpal Patel

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Virus vs. Worm vs. Trojan Explained 🐛

Not all malware spreads the same way. Understanding these three vectors is essential for threat analysis:
🧬 Virus: Attaches to clean files; needs human execution.
🪱 Worm: Independent code that auto-propagates across networks.
🐴 Trojan: Masquerades as a safe utility tool to bypass security.
Viruses need hosts, worms travel solo, and Trojans wear masks. Robust EDR is your shield! 🛡️

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