Malware Awareness Quiz

Which of the following is a program that looks like a useful application but actually harms your device?

• Worm

• Trojan Horse

• Virus

• Adware

What type of malware demands payment to unlock your files or system?

• Adware

• Spam

• Ransomware

• Phishing

Which of the following file extensions is most likely to contain a virus?

• .txt

• .exe

• .jpg

• .pdf

A type of threat that copies itself and spreads across networks without needing a host file is called a:

• Trojan

• Virus

• Worm

• Phishing

What is the best action when you receive an email from an unknown sender with a clickable link?

• Click the link to see what it is

• Reply and ask who they are

• Ignore and delete the message

• Forward it to friends

What is "phishing"?

• A virus that destroys hardware

• A scam that tricks users into giving personal info

• A safe file-sharing method

• A tool for cleaning email spam

Which file type is generally considered safe to open without risk of infection?

• .vbs

• .exe

• .jpg

• .bat

What should you do before downloading software from the internet?

• Ask a friend if it's fun

• Disable your antivirus

• Check the website's security and legitimacy

• Download it immediately if it's free

Which of the following is NOT an internet threat?

• Spam

• Adware

• Firewall

• Virus

What is one way to protect your device from malware?

• Turn off your firewall

• Install and regularly update antivirus software

• Use pirated software

• Ignore system updates