Malware Quiz

What is the definition of malware according to NIST 800-83?

• A program that improves user experience

• A program that protects against unauthorized access

• A program that is inserted into a system with malicious intent

• A program that enhances system performance

What are attack kits often referred to as?

• Spyware

• Malware

• Adware

• Crimeware

What does APT stand for in the context of malware?

• Advanced Persistent Threat

• Automated Program Tool

• Advanced Programming Technique

• Automated Persistent Technology

Which of the following is a characteristic of a virus?

• It actively seeks out other machines to infect

• It attaches itself to documents and uses macro programming

• It is always visible to the user

• It modifies programs to include a copy of itself

What is a macro virus?

• A virus that infects executable files

• A virus that attaches itself to documents using macro programming

• A virus that spreads through network connections

• A virus that mutates with every infection

What is the primary function of a worm?

• To modify system settings

• To encrypt files and demand ransom

• To replicate and spread to other machines

• To create backdoors for attackers

What is the purpose of a backdoor in malware?

• To protect against unauthorized access

• To improve user experience

• To provide secret access to the attacker

• To enhance system performance

What is phishing primarily used for?

• To enhance security measures

• To protect against malware

• To steal sensitive information from users

• To improve software performance

What does the term 'botnet' refer to?

• A method of data encryption

• A tool for software development

• A type of anti-virus software

• A network of infected machines controlled by an attacker

What is the main goal of ransomware?

• To create backdoors in systems

• To spread to other machines

• To encrypt files and demand payment for recovery

• To steal user credentials