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A Trojan horse is a type of malware that disguises itself as a legitimate program to trick users into installing it. Once installed, it can perform malicious actions like stealing data, creating a backdoor for remote access, or disrupting system performance. These threats are spread through social engineering, such as malicious email attachments, fake downloads, or compromised software.

How it works

Disguise: A Trojan appears to be useful software, such as a game, utility, or even an email attachment, to gain the user's trust.

Infiltration: The user unknowingly executes the malicious code when they open the disguised file or run the seemingly legitimate program.

Malicious actions: After installation, the Trojan can carry out a variety of harmful tasks, including: Stealing personal or financial information (like banking Trojans). Creating a "backdoor" for an attacker to remotely control the computer. Using the computer as part of a botnet for attacks like Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS). Spying on user activity, such as logging keystrokes or taking screenshots (Spy Trojans). Installing other forms of malware on the system.

Signs of a Trojan infection: Slow or poor computer performance. Frequent system crashes or freezes. Unusual pop-up ads. Unexpected changes to your browser's homepage or settings. Programs launching on startup without your permission. Emails being sent from your account that you didn't write. Suspicious activity from your internet or fan use.