Malware

Question 1

What is malware?

Answer 1

Malware is malicious software designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise a computer system.

Question 2

True or False: All malware is designed to steal personal information.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: A computer virus attaches itself to __________ files.

Answer 3

executable

Question 4

Which type of malware is designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers?

Answer 4

Virus

Question 5

What is the primary function of a worm?

Answer 5

To self-replicate and spread across networks without user intervention.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of malware? A) Trojan B) Ransomware C) Firewall D) Spyware

Answer 6

C) Firewall

Question 7

What is ransomware?

Answer 7

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a victim’s computer and demands a ransom for the decryption key.

Question 8

True or False: Adware is always harmful to the user’s computer.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What does spyware do?

Answer 9

Spyware secretly monitors user activity and collects personal information without consent.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: A __________ is a deceptive program that appears to be legitimate software.

Answer 10

Trojan horse