ETECH WEEK 2

Question 1

stands for malicious software.

Answer 1

Malware

Question 2

a malicious program designed to replicate itself and transfer from one computer to another (internet, local networks, FDs, CDs, etc.)

Answer 2

Virus

Question 3

a malicious program that transfers from one computer to another by any types of means.

Answer 3

Worm

Question 4

a malicious program that disguises as a useful program but once downloaded or installed, leaves your PC unprotected and allows hackers to get your information.

Answer 4

Trojan

Question 5

a program that runs in the background without you knowing it (thus called “spy”). It has the ability to monitor what you are currently doing and typing through keylogging.

Answer 5

Spyware

Question 6

a program designed to send you advertisements, mostly as pop-ups.

Answer 6

Adware

Question 7

or ransom software is a type of malicious software from cryptovirology that threatens to publish the victim’s data or perpetually block access to it unless a ransom is paid.

Answer 7

Ransomware

Question 8

an unwanted email mostly from bots or advertisers. It can be used to send malware.

Answer 8

Spam

Question 9

an unwanted acquisition of sensitive personal information like passwords and credit card details.

Answer 9

Phishing