can computer hackers view and steal word documents and other written documents in your computer?

Question

can computer hackers view and steal word documents and other written documents in your computer?

Answer 1

It's possible, but about as unlikely as someone from the government banging on your door because you pirated music from the internet.



Unless someone really, really has it out for you, I think you're ok.

Answer 2

Sorry, but your question is extremely vague.



It all depends on what kind of virus you have. For an example, for a test I bound a RAT (remote administrator tool) to a program and ran it from another computer. From my main computer, I was able to literally have all control over the infected computer as if I was sitting in front of that computer. Some viruses just steal your cookies and are able to access all of your passwords.



If you're worried about some hacker randomly accessing your computer, don't. As long as you have a decent antivirus software running at all times and run scans every now and then to make sure your computer is clean, then you're safe. Just don't download random things online that aren't trusted! You should always be aware of the things you download - sometimes, it might take a day or even a week for an antivirus to detect a new type of virus (undetectable viruses can be achieved by using a crypting program, but that's a whole new subject).



BOTTOM LINE: Keep your antivurs on and don't download anything suspicious and you're safe. Also, backup important data with a flash drive or an online storage service.



I hope I helped!

Answer 3

Well Ofcourse. Anything on the internet is possible. PAY HIGH $$$ for your anti-virus system. Limewire is a key portal for all hackers. Never use "porn" sites. They can cause a horrible virus called mal ware. The easiest way to keep your documents safe is sving all of your files to either a usb or a backup system. Then delete the virus off of your PC or office computer. Not using the internet is not likely to get any viruses, however, if anyone gets ahold of your IP address then you are a word called "screwed".

Answer 4

3 hours

Answer 5

Hi.Yes it is possible.A person can just get a keylogger on your computer.Then view documents and whatever files are on your computer.Very possible!

Answer 6

Well there is no such anti virus which guarantees you for total safety of your data and privacy ...but you can safe guard your data by following methods



1. Using heavy passwords

2. Restricting physical access to your system

3. Avoid using public Networks for private and confidential data trance reception.

4. Do not leave anything on the system which is connected to a network keep everything on some flash disk or portable hard drive using strict encryptionn methods

Answer 7

Yes it's still possible. Antivirus software is only as safe as the user. Most hackers would not be looking for word documents though, they would be trying to track your key-presses for your credit card number and other information. You can protect yourself by running regular computer scans, using a plugin such as WOT (web of trust) (it's available for Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome) Don't use an out of date browser. If you are still using IE6 DON'T.

Answer 8

Yes. Just dont make your internet accessable to anyone around and people can get your limited access if they have your phone number so change the passcode if people you dont like around your neighborhood know your telephone number. And make sure you run a scan everyday and dont give personal info because they can get your name hack account on the computer internet and find your password, change it, steal your identity.

Please Run A Scan Everyday

By The Way Do Not Use AVG Protection.

They cant pick up hackers or 3rd Party Viruses

Answer 9

Yes depending on many many things they can access view or even delete those files. Typically they wont go through the trouble of accessing your files unless they look interesting. Protect yourself by keeping your files on a seperate drive like a usb drive or you can use encryption there are many free programs to encrypt your files.



Just as a note a hacker will never harm you or your system a group called "crackers" which use hacking techniques will however cause damages to you and your machines however since I knew what you ment your lack of terminology was disregarded

Answer 10

Well, to answer the basic question, "CAN they view and steal documents," YES, of course they can.



How much effort it might be depends entirely on how much effort you've put into prevention, such as anti-virus software and not opening email attachments, no matter how tempting.



As to likelihood, well the good news and bad news is that you are no more likely to be hacked than the next guy, but also, no less likely.



Some hackers are very specific with their targets. There's no money in snatching your letter to Grandma. Others have a more "shotgun" approach. They just want to hack into as many systems as possible, either just for the fun of it, for the pride of showing off to their peers, or so they can hi-jack your computer for other nefarious ends.



Basically, just follow the regular rules for safe-surfing. Keep your anti-virus program running and up-to-date, don't open any email attachments, stay away from all "those" sites (you know which ones I'm talking about!), and you should be as safe as you need to be.



If you're really paranoid about your documents, since you mentioned that, download some free encryption software. PGP is good and I think still has a free version. I use "TrueCrypt". Keep your documents encrypted, and even if they do get stolen, the hacker won't be able to do anything with them. (Be careful too about the Temporary Files that Word opens!)