Dropper (malware)
A dropper[1][2] is a Trojan horse that has been designed to install malware (such as viruses and backdoors) onto a computer. The malware within the dropper can be packaged to evade detection by antivirus software. Alternatively, the dropper may download malware to the target computer once activated.
Droppers can be categorized into two types: persistent and non-persistent. Persistent droppers conceal themselves on the device and alter
Trojan horses operate by masquerading as legitimate programs, requiring user interaction to execute. They unpack and load malicious code into the computer's memory, then install malicious software (malware).[4]
Precautions can be taken to prevent infection from malware droppers. For example, not opening links from unknown sources and only downloading software from known verified distributors, such as the
See also
- [[Drive
-by download]]
References
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