Research the evolution of malware attacks using Microsoft programs. Summarize
some large and small attacks along with how they were executed and the results they had.
Analyze the impact these types of attacks have had not only of the victims, but also the
reputation of Microsoft and monetary impact. Describe different patches and security
procedures that have come about in order to better secure Microsoft programs and user
as a response to these types of malware attacks
Some deliverables I will be using are graphs illustrating the amount of users who
have become victims to these types of attacks and the cost they have had. If I can find a
table with the different malwares, I will also be using that.
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Introduction
1. History
behind malware and Microsoft programs
– history behind Microsoft programs and their evolution
– history behind malware and their evolution
2. How
Microsoft products have been used for malware
– at a minimum 3 different malware attacks that utilized
Microsoft programs
– Incorporate
a table that lists the different type of attacks
3. Malware
attacks using Microsoft products and their impact
– negative impacts; financially and reputation wise that
these attacks have had
– Incorporate
graphs or tables in this section
– If
possible, add the amount of money and personnel that have been used or added in
order to better protect Microsoft programs from being used and users as well
4. Protection
and security against malware attacks using Microsoft programs
– Have
a rough draft of different patches and security processes that have come about
as a result of these malware attacks
Conclusion
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possible resources:
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Microsoft Office Most Exploited Software in Malware Attacks – Report
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