To begin, let’s start with why riskware exists and explain how it works. Riskware is best understood as programs offering access to special functions at the cost of security or legality.
Generally, a computer program will have some level of system access to function properly. Other software has to have more extensive access to data or functions of a computer device. Software with deeper functionality can provide many valuable tools and features to endpoint users and technical support staff. Namely, some benefits might include user monitoring, personalization, and modifying applications to bypass tedious aspects of use. However, risks come with the use of particularly sensitive data or unethical practices.
This risky software usually leaves systems or users vulnerable in one of two major ways.
Access to data-gathering hardware - GPS, microphone, camera, etc.Access to vital system operation areas - registry, internet functionality protocols, etc.Access to system kernel - data at the system’s core.Riskware will typically use some of the following functions: Legal risks - due to blatant abuse of privacy or illegal attempts to modify programs.Data and program exploits - due to vulnerability of program misuse or data breaches.
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