Malware Types

What is the primary function of a computer virus?

• Encrypt files and demand payment

• Self-replicate and infect other files

• Create networks of infected computers

• Display unwanted advertisements

Which type of malware spreads independently through networks?

• Keyloggers

• Adware

• Worms

• Trojans

What does ransomware typically do to a victim's data?

• Creates false security alerts

• Monitors user activity secretly

• Displays unwanted advertisements

• Encrypts files and demands payment

Which malware type disguises itself as legitimate software?

• Wipers

• Trojans

• Cryptojackers

• Rootkits

What is the main purpose of spyware?

• To display unwanted advertisements

• To monitor user activity secretly

• To encrypt data

• To create networks of infected computers

Which malware type is known for creating networks of infected computers?

• Scareware

• Botnets

• Logic bombs

• Fileless malware

What is a key characteristic of fileless malware?

• It encrypts files

• It runs in memory without leaving a trace

• It displays unwanted advertisements

• It creates false security alerts

Which type of malware is known for recording keystrokes?

• Adware

• Keyloggers

• Worms

• Rootkits

What is the primary goal of cryptojacking malware?

• To steal computing power for crypto mining

• To encrypt files and demand payment

• To monitor user activity secretly

• To create networks of infected computers

Which malware type permanently destroys data?

• Scareware

• Adware

• Trojans

• Wipers