
Cybersecurity Lesson 4 - Malware Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term used for the category of software created with malicious intent?
Viruses
Trojans
Worms
Malware
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which are common ways for computer systems to be infected by a virus?
Downloading email attachments
Clicking confirmation buttons on pop-ups without reading them
Downloading files from illegal websites or peer-to-peer platforms
All of the above
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of malware spreads by modifying other computer programs and inserting code?
Viruses
Trojans
Worms
Adware
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main effect of getting a worm?
Deleting files
Uses up network bandwidth
By encrypting files and locking the computer
By monitoring and gathering information
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does ransomware do to a computer?
Replicates itself and modifies other computer programs
Opens a 'back door' to give remote access to an attacker
Monitors and gathers information on a person's computer usage
Locks the computer, encrypts files, and demands a ransom
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main characteristic of a trojan?
Self-replicating
Uses system resources to slow down the network
Appears to perform a useful function but performs malicious actions
Monitors and gathers information on a person's computer usage
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of spyware?
To replicate itself and modify other computer programs
To open a 'back door' and give remote access to an attacker
To monitor and gather information on a person's computer usage
To lock the computer, encrypt files, and demand a ransom
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