Chapter 2#1 worksheet

Name

1) malware is any code that can be used to steal data, bypass access controls, or cause harm to, or compromise a system

• True
• False

2) This malware is design to track and spy on the user. Spyware often includes activity trackers, keystroke collection, and data capture.

• Worm
• BOT
• Spyware
• Ransome ware

3) Some _____ is designed to only deliver advertisements, but it is also common for ______to come with spyware.

• BOT
• Scareware
• Adware

4) This malware is designed to hold a computer system or the data it contains captive until a payment is made

• Spyware
• BOT
• Virus
• Ransome ware

5) This is a type of malware designed to persuade the user to take a specific action based on fear.

• Spyware
• Ransomware
• Rootkit
• Scareware

6) A__________ is malicious executable code that is attached to other executable files, often legitimate programs

• BOT
• Spyware
• Virus
• Rootkit

7) A_________ is malware that carries out malicious operations under the guise of a desired operation

• Trojan Horse
• Spyware
• Virus
• BOT

8) Worms are malicious code that replicate themselves by independently exploiting vulnerabilities in networks. Worms usually slow down networks. Whereas a virus requires a host program to run, worms can run by themselves

• True
• False

9) ______ is a type of attack used to take control over a mobile device. When infected, the mobile device can be instructed to exfiltrate user-sensitive information and send it to the attackers.

• BOT
• Virus
• MitMo
• MitM