KS3 Malware

Which of the following is defined as: 'A type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following is defined as: 'Software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following is defined as: 'A program designed to breach the security of a computer system while ostensibly performing some innocuous function'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following is defined as: 'A piece of code attached to another program/file which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following is defined as: 'A standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following is defined as: 'Programs that are designed to display advertisements on your computer'

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Adware

• Spyware

Which of the following can replicate itself to spread across networks

• Ransomware

• Virus

• Trojan Horse

• Worm

• Spyware

Which of the following are ways malware might be delivered to your device?

• Through phishing emails

• Downloading software from insecure websites

• Through your phone line

• On a USB stick

• When you put your device on charge

Which of the following are dangers of having spyware on your computer?

• Stealing your username/passwords

• Stopping your computer from turning on

• Stealing bank details

• James Bond will appear on your screen whenever you log on

• Using personal messages/data to manipulate you

Which are ways that you can prevent malware?

• Anti-Malware software

• Having an updated Firewall

• Eating 5 fruit/vegetables a day

• Only use your device during the day

• Only install things your friends send to you