How Does Cluster Virus Work?
Working of Cluster Virus
The infection process begins when a cluster virus enters the system through various methods such as email attachments, downloading infected files from the internet, or exploiting software vulnerabilities. It also implements some stealth mechanisms that help it to hide itself from security measures such as firewalls and antivirus. Once the virus enters the system it initiates its replication mechanism which helps it create multiple copies of itself using available resources, The replication process enables the virus to spread its effect throughout the system.
Unlike traditional viruses that attach themselves to a single file. Cluster viruses follow a unique strategy, they completely modify the system directory table making the entire directory look infected. As the virus multiplies and manipulates the system’s directory structure, it affects the system’s performance. It also activates its payload which includes malicious activities such as stealing sensitive information, corrupting files, etc. Hackers can also program cluster viruses to not only infect a single system but also attack another system which connected with an infected system through the internet or network. Cluster viruses spread rapidly by creating clusters of infected devices and moving from one connected device to another.
What is a Cluster Virus?
Cluster Viruses do not infect individual files but completely modify the system directory table making the entire directory appear infected. Today cyber threats are a growing problem. Everyone has various online accounts such as bank accounts, email, and social media all of which are password protected. However many people store their passwords on their devices. Hackers always trying to steal these passwords to gain unauthorized access to these accounts. To do this, they use viruses which they inject into victim devices to take control of the system and steal their information. In this article, we will take a look at one such virus known as cluster virus.