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Monarx – What is Malware?

Common Types of Malware

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Malware is one of the most common reasons websites become slow, insecure, or completely inaccessible. Often, you won’t even notice something is wrong until your visitors start reporting strange ads, browser warnings, or issues with email delivery. That’s why it’s important to understand what can actually affect your website – and how Monarx helps you stop it in time.


Adware

Displays unwanted/inappropriate ads on your website – often without your knowledge.
❌ Leaves a bad impression, scares off visitors, and can get your site blacklisted.

Mailer

Uses your server to send out spam emails.
❌ Your domain can get blocked and your website performance can suffer.

Phishing

Creates fake pages to trick users into entering passwords or credit card information.
❌ Serious risk to both you and your visitors. Can damage your brand reputation.

Uploader

A backdoor that allows hackers to upload files to your website.
❌ Your site could be used for illegal activity without your knowledge.

Webshell

A hidden script that gives hackers full control over your server.
❌ Total site takeover – difficult to detect and stop in time.


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