ROOTKIT

Hey Friends,
Today I am going to introduce term ROOTKIT.

Rootkit is a tool or malicious tool that helps to get back door.
Rootkit is divided into two words ROOT + KIT.... ROOT means root/admin access and KIT means set of tools.
The Rootkit is installed in your computer system through various methods like virus inserted into your system,from download or copy from internet, through email,installing unsafe program etc.
Once a Rootkit is installed , this will create a back door for hackers/attackers which will help in remote access and authorize access.


Some Facts About ROOTKIT

1- It is a Malicious Software
2- It's hard to detect Rootkit, because it activated at the time of booting process.
3- Rootkit is developed for Unix OS.
4- It is limitless, because it also works inside windows directories/functions.
5- Rootkit is mainly used for making money through cyber crimes.
6- It is the most powerful technique among all.



If you want to know more about rootkit...Please visit

1- www.techrepublic.com   click here..
2- www.bleepingcomputer.com  click here..



By - Somesh Sah