Client-Side Attacks-ITT-307

Client-Side Attacks-This assignment uses a GCU-provided virtual machine that will be specified by your instructor.

Anti-malware is the first line of defense. It is extremely important to perform regular scans and interpret the results.

1. Install a popular anti-malware package on your virtual machine (VM).
2. Perform a full anti-malware scan of your VM.
3. Disable the firewall.
4. Disable your anti-malware software.
5. Leave the virtual machine connected to the internet for 24 hours or more. You could also visit some sketchy websites such as “Add More RAM,” or visit a malware repository and infect your VM.
6. Perform a second full anti-malware scan. Document the differences.
7. As you go, take instructional notes and screenshots that will help to reproduce your process using the “Report Template,” located in Class Resources.
8. Sub-Activity: If your scans do not detect any vulnerabilities or malware on the VM, review your chosen anti-malware website for known/current vulnerabilities and document them.
9. Then, at the end of the report, in roughly 250 words, describe the various types of client-side malicious attacks (including malware), as well as over the network-based attacks.

Answer Review-Client-Side Attacks-ITT-307