Malware Quiz

What is the main purpose of the majority of malware?

• To enhance cybersecurity

• To provide free software

• To improve computer performance

• To make money illegally

How do viruses spread to other systems?

• Through email attachments

• By installing new operating systems

• By updating antivirus software

• By using peer-to-peer file sharing

What is the main function of a trojan?

• To steal sensitive data and give access to cyber crooks

• To enhance cybersecurity measures

• To provide free software

• To improve system performance

What does ransomware do to a computer?

• It provides free antivirus software

• It deletes all data on the computer

• It improves computer performance

• It locks up the computer and demands money for release of data

What is the main function of spyware?

• To provide free software

• To secretly gather private information about user activity

• To improve system performance

• To enhance cybersecurity measures

How do worms spread to multiple computers on a network?

• By using computer networks and exploiting security failures

• By updating antivirus software

• By installing new operating systems

• By using peer-to-peer file sharing

What is the best way to protect your system from malware?

• By sharing sensitive data with unknown sources

• By not installing any antivirus software

• By avoiding using the internet

• By downloading regular patches and updates

What is the main difference between viruses and worms?

• Viruses require the spreading of an infected host file, while worms are standalone software

• Viruses and worms both require a host to spread

• Viruses and worms do not require any human help to spread

• Viruses and worms do not cause any damage to computer networks