Difference Between Computer Viruses, Worms and Trojans

Abigail, a cybersecurity student, is studying different types of software threats. She wants to know, what is malware primarily created for?

• To enhance internet security

• To provide free software

• To improve computer performance

• To make money illegally

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

• Worm

• Antivirus

• Trojan

• Virus

How can malware enter your computer?

• Through installing antivirus software

• By updating the operating system

• Through email attachments

• By cleaning the computer

Imagine Daniel downloads a seemingly harmless game on his computer. What could a Trojan malware disguised within the game do?

• Enhances firewall security

• Steals sensitive data

• Speeds up the computer

• Creates backups of your files

What is the purpose of ransomware?

• Demands money to release your data

• Encrypts data for security

• Deletes all data immediately

• Provides data recovery services

Imagine Arjun downloaded a free game on his laptop. After a few days, he noticed unusual ads popping up. What does the software likely installed with the game do?

• Gathers private information secretly

• Blocks harmful websites

• Offers free internet access

• Cleans junk files from your system

How do worms differ from viruses?

• Viruses can replicate without a host file

• Viruses are beneficial to network security

• Worms can replicate themselves without human help

• Worms enhance the computer's performance

What common method do cyber crooks use to spread viruses?

• Promoting antivirus software

• Offering software updates

• Sending emails

• Downloading infected files

What is NOT a use of malware?

• To secure personal data

• For cyber espionage

• For cyber warfare

• For hacktivism

What is a common feature of network worms?

• They require a user to open a file

• They protect against spyware

• They use computer networks to spread

• They are manually installed by users