Malware General Quiz

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    What does the term 'malware' refer to?

    • Software programs intended to harm or exploit computer systems.
    • Software programs that protect computer systems from viruses.
    • Software programs used for data analysis and statistical calculations.
    • Software programs that help in creating websites.
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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is NOT a common type of malware?

    • Virus

    • Trojan

    • Spyware

    • Firewall

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  • 3. 

    What distinguishes ransomware from other types of malware?

    • It encrypts a user's data and demands a ransom for its release.

    • It replicates itself and spreads to other computers through network connections.

    • It secretly monitors and captures a user's sensitive information.

    • It displays unwanted advertisements on a user's computer.

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  • 4. 

    What is a keylogger primarily used for?

    • To record and capture a user's keystrokes and login credentials.

    • To remove malicious software from a user's computer.

    • To display unwanted advertisements on a user's computer.

    • To encrypt a user's data and make it inaccessible.

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  • 5. 

    What is the primary purpose of adware?

    • To display unwanted advertisements on a user's computer.

    • To encrypt and ransom a user's personal data.

    • To make a computer slower and reduce its performance.

    • To log and record a user's keystrokes.

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  • 6. 

    What is the main characteristic of a worm?

    • It replicates itself and spreads to other computers through network connections.

    • It disguises itself as a legitimate software program and tricks users into installing it.

    • It secretly monitors and captures a user's sensitive information.

    • It encrypts a user's data and demands a ransom for its release.

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    What is the main purpose of a botnet?

    • To remotely access and control multiple compromised computers.

    • To encrypt a user's data and demand a ransom for its release.

    • To record and capture a user's keystrokes and login credentials.

    • To remove other types of malware from a user's computer.

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    What does a polymorphic malware do?

    • It changes its code and appearance to avoid detection by antivirus software.

    • It destroys a user's data by overwriting it with random information.

    • It encrypts a user's data and demands a ransom for its release.

    • It monitors and captures a user's sensitive information without consent.

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  • 9. 

    What is the main purpose of a backdoor in the context of malware?

    • To provide unauthorized access to a computer system or network.

    • To monitor and capture a user's sensitive information.

    • To replicate itself and spread to other computers through network connections.

    • To display unwanted advertisements on a user's computer.

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  • 10. 

    What is the primary characteristic of a rootkit?

    • It grants unauthorized remote control or privileged access to a computer system.

    • It replicates itself and spreads to other computers through network connections.

    • It masquerades as a genuine software program to deceive users into installing it.

    • It stealthily captures and transmits a user's personal information without consent.

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