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Malware

Total questions: 9

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What is ransomware?
a)
blocks access until money is paid
b)
steals your money
c)
when someone steals your computer
d)
Malware that multiplies
2.
What is spyware?
a)
blocking access until money is paid
b)
When a man stands behind you with a mask on
c)
Sends information covertly 
d)
a virus that can spread to other computers
3.
What is a trojan horse?
a)
A program that kicks your computer
b)
A program that spreads on your computer
c)
blocking access until money is paid
d)
A program that attacks your computer while completing a normal task
4.
Why is a trojan horse sneaky?
a)
It is very inviting
b)
It creeps into your computer
c)
It attacks your computer while it seems like it completes a relevant task
d)
Because of the romans
5.
What is a virus?
a)
blocking access until money is paid
b)
A piece of code that can copy itself and attack a computer
c)
Sends information covertly 
d)
when someone steals your computer
6.
What does a virus need to be able to mutliply?
a)
A person
b)
A download
c)
A host (something to attach to)
d)
An unsuspecting victim
7.
What is a worm?
a)
A virus that replicates itself through computer networks
b)
blocking access until money is paid
c)
A program that attacks your computer while completing a normal task
d)
An animal that lives when you cut it in half
8.
What is the difference between a worm and a virus?
a)
A worm is pink
b)
A worm is made to burrow in the ground
c)
A worm does not need to attach to anything to multiply
d)
A virus only takes your money
9.
How can you protect yourself from malware?
a)
Don't have a computer
b)
Use a trusted anti-virus software
c)
Download any anti-virus software
d)
Just send your details to the attacker and they will leave you alone