CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Malware in Action

The video tutorial explores the impact of malware on devices and networks, demonstrating the MEMS virus and ransomware in a Windows Sandbox environment. It provides a guide to setting up Windows Sandbox and discusses the effects of malware, including system instability and network issues. The tutorial also introduces the Zoo malware repository on GitHub and highlights the risks of unexpected devices in a BYOD work atmosphere. The importance of proactive security measures is emphasized throughout.

What is the primary purpose of using Windows Sandbox in malware demonstrations?

• To make the malware more destructive

• To increase the speed of the malware execution

• To isolate and prevent the malware from spreading

• To enhance the performance of the malware

What is the main goal of the MEMS virus as demonstrated in the video?

• To improve system performance

• To exhaust hardware resources and cause shutdown

• To steal personal data

• To encrypt files for ransom

How does the MEMS virus affect the system's Master Boot Record (MBR)?

• It deletes the MBR

• It duplicates the MBR

• It encrypts the MBR

• It takes over the first 64 bytes of the MBR

What happens when ransomware is initiated according to the demonstration?

• It sends files to a remote server

• It improves system security

• It encrypts files and demands payment for decryption

• It deletes all files immediately

What is the purpose of the Zoo repository on GitHub as mentioned in the video?

• To host online gaming servers

• To store malware for educational purposes

• To sell malware to hackers

• To provide free antivirus software

What is a potential risk of using unexpected devices in a BYOD work environment?

• They can increase battery life

• They can enhance device compatibility

• They can cause network disruptions and run malicious scripts

• They can improve network speed

Why is it important to use a virtual machine or Windows Sandbox when experimenting with malware?

• To increase the malware's effectiveness

• To reduce the cost of malware testing

• To make the malware run faster

• To safely contain and prevent malware from affecting the main system