
Malware quiz
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Computers
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8th Grade
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Hard
Mahir Batasi
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common motive for cybercriminals to use malware?
To improve computer performance
To steal sensitive information
To enhance user experience
To provide free software
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does adware differ from a virus?
Adware is a legal form of software, while a virus is not
Adware does not replicate itself, but a virus does
Adware damages files, while a virus does not
Adware is always visible to the user, while a virus hides itself
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a characteristic of a trojan?
It replicates itself and spreads to other computers
It displays unwanted advertisements
It disguises itself as legitimate software
It monitors user behavior without permission
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary difference between spyware and a trojan?
Spyware can replicate itself, while a trojan cannot
Spyware is legal, while a trojan is illegal
Spyware is designed to damage the system, while a trojan is not
Spyware collects information without the user's knowledge, while a trojan may not have that function
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might someone use a virus to target a computer system?
To cause harm and hurt to someone
To create a backup of their data
To speed up the targeted computer
To promote their own software
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of adware?
To encrypt files and demand a ransom
To display advertisements to the user
To delete data from the infected system
To create a backdoor for hackers
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a reason why cybercriminals use spyware?
To provide users with additional software features
To correct system vulnerabilities
To gather personal and financial information
To help users remove other malware
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