Malware and other Malicious Software

This session addresses the basics of what malware is, and how user devices can become exposed to different kinds of malware, in the context of risks most typically encountered by women human rights defenders.
Introduction to Malware

Step 1: Explain to participants what malware is, and review a few of the types of malware that exist – at a minimum, it is recommended to cover the following:
Trojan Horse
Spyware
Ransom-ware
Keylogger
Viruses

Ransom-ware and keyloggers are increasingly common types of malware encountered by women human rights defenders in Latin America; if you are working with a group of women from that region, these will be important to address. Likewise, in general, make sure to include case studies and examples of malware that are commonly encountered in the context of the participants attending your training.