Other triggers
There can be many other events that can trigger the execution of malware some examples include:
• Specified date(s) and time(s)
• Boot number
• Mouse overs
• Folder navigation
• Presence or absence of particular files, folders, registry keys or values
• A particular program/service running or not running
Additional information…
It can be seen that there are myriad methods that can be used to trigger a malware infection. The one process that cannot be used to trigger a malware infection is a command to actually power down a system. Obvious really!
Introduction to Digital Forensics: Malware Analysis and Investigations
Introduction to Digital Forensics: Malware Analysis and Investigations
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