Malicious Software Quiz

What is the main purpose of malware?

• To be informative

• To be destructive

• To be helpful

• To be entertaining

Which component of malware helps prevent detection?

• Packer

• Crypter

• Injector

• Exploit

What type of malware is entirely self-replicating and uses the power of networks to spread?

• Viruses

• Worms

• Trojan Horse

• Rootkit

What is the main characteristic of a Trojan Horse?

• Requires human interaction to spread

• Consumes network resources

• Modifies system files

• Runs in the background

Which type of malware encrypts your files and demands a ransom for decryption?

• Spyware

• Ransomware

• Adware

• Scareware

What is the main purpose of anti-malware software?

• To develop malware

• To prevent malware from damaging the system

• To spread malware

• To identify unique characteristics of malware

What is the first step in checking for malware during pen-testing?

• Scan the system

• Update the anti-malware software

• Isolate the computer from the system

• Identify unique characteristics of malware

Which type of malware collects data without the user's knowledge?

• Rootkit

• Spyware

• Adware

• Scareware