1.1 Malware

Question 1

Which one of the following types of malware can spread without any user interaction?

• Worm
• Back Door
• Trojan Horse
• Virus

Answer 1

Worm

Question 2

What language is commonly used to automate the execution of system administration tasks on Windows systems?

• Bash
• PowerShell
• Python
• Ruby

Answer 2

PowerShell

Question 3

Which of the following is a common command-and-control mechanism for botnets?

• FTP
• SMTP
• IRC
• HTTP

Answer 3

IRC

Question 4

Where do fileless viruses often store themselves to maintain persistence?

• Memory
• Windows Registry
• BIOS
• Disk

Answer 4

Windows Registry

Question 5

What type of malware delivers its payload only after certain conditions are met, such as specific date and time occurring?

• Worm
• Ransomware
• Logic Bomb
• Trojan Horse

Answer 5

Logic Bomb

Question 6

Cryptolocker is an example of what type of malicious software?

• Adware
• Ransomware
• Spyware
• Trojan Horse

Answer 6

Ransomware