Trojan Module

What Does a Trojan Do to a Computer?

Once executed, a Trojan can have severe consequences, including:

• Data Theft – Many Trojans log keystrokes, steal passwords, or extract sensitive financial information.
• System Hijacking – Some Trojans create backdoors, allowing hackers to remotely control the infected device.
• Download and Install More Malware – Trojans can serve as a gateway for additional threats like ransomware, spyware, or cryptocurrency miners.
• Disrupt System Performance – Many Trojans consume CPU and memory resources, slowing down computers or causing crashes.
• Turn Devices into Botnets – Some Trojans convert infected computers into bots for launching cyberattacks, such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks (McAfee, 2022).