Computer Threats Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a computer virus?

• To disrupt systems and cause major operational issues

• To monitor user actions

• To encrypt files for ransom

• To create a backdoor for remote access

What is the main difference between a virus and a worm?

• A virus requires user action to spread, while a worm spreads automatically

• A virus encrypts files, while a worm does not

• A virus monitors user actions, while a worm does not

• A virus is a type of spyware, while a worm is not

What is the main characteristic of a Trojan?

• It encrypts files for ransom

• It spreads without attaching to files

• It disguises as legitimate software

• It monitors user actions

What does ransomware do?

• It monitors user actions

• It encrypts files and demands a fee to unlock them

• It spreads without attaching to files

• It disguises as legitimate software

Which malware works in the background to monitor a user's actions?

• Virus

• Worm

• Spyware

• Trojan

What is a brute force attack?

• An attack that uses multiple attempts to guess passwords or encryption keys

• An attack that involves sending fake emails to individuals

• An attack that encrypts files for ransom

• An attack that monitors user actions

What is the primary method of attack for worms?

• Attaching to legitimate software

• Spreading on its own via network connection

• Encrypting files for ransom

• Monitoring user actions

Which type of malware can add a computer to a network to carry out attacks?

• Virus

• Worm

• Botnet

• Trojan

What is the goal of a phishing attack?

• To encrypt data

• To gain physical access to a computer

• To get the victim to reveal information or infect their device with a virus

• To perform a denial of service attack

What does shoulder surfing involve?

• Sending fake emails to individuals

• Observing an individual in a physical location to obtain information

• Infecting a computer with malware

• Encrypting data to prevent access