A zombie is the name given to computers that have been infected by viruses that allow spammers and hackers to use it to distribute unsolicited email (spam), worms or viruses to other computers. Computers become a Zombie when the user open an infected email, or click on a link to an unreliable website or use some infected software.
Most users of zombie computers are unaware that their system is being used in this way. without notice that their broadband connection speed is low and getting replies to spam email they haven’t sent. The computer has been compromised by a computer virus or a Trojan horse a Hacker.
A zombie computer can be used to conduct distributed Denial of service (DDoS) attacks.
How to fix Zombie Computer
Computer experts talk about ‘search and destroy’ when it comes to dealing with computer viruses and spyware. You’ll need software that finds and strips away any viruses, spyware, and corrupted files. If the computer is badly infected, you may lose some or all of your files. You need to completely cleanup!
Once you’ve cleaned out your computer, you’ll need to protect yourself against future cyber-attacks. It’s very important to install anti-virus software and keep it up to date. If you’re weighing up the cost, consider how much your computer is worth to you. This should put the cost of regularly updating your Internet security into perspective.
To protect your computer from zombie attacks:
· Install Antivirus Software
· Get a FireWall
· Monitor you internet download and activities
· Regular update your Operating system
· Regular update Antivirus Software definition database
