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boot sector
boot virus
computer virus

Linux Loader
partition table

By operating on the disk sector level, the program backs up everything-system files, master boot record (MBA), partition tables and all user data-with no regard to their content or structure.

Methods of Linux bare metal restore and disaster recovery by Johnson, Anthony / Computer Technology Review

It infects the boot sector on a floppy disk and spreads to a user's hard drive and can infect the master boot record (MBR) on a hard drive.

Confessions of an Internet hacker: Stealing your personal information ... by Russell, Larry / California CPA

Phoenix is also leading the industry with its ability to provide master boot record authentication at the firmware level, which will prevent tampering of the operating system or the hard disk.

Phoenix Technologies Announces BIOS Replacement Product That Supports ... by Business Wire

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