WorksheetsMalware Revision
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 9mins
Malware (malicious software) is software that is designed to gain access to your computer with malicious intent.
False
True
Worms (Pick 3) ......
replicate themselves
do not attach themselves to files as a virus does.
spread through the network and use the system’s resources.
attach themselves to files as a virus does.
Ransomware (Pick 3) ....
form of virus
self-replicating
form of worm
prevents the user from being able to access the data
What is Malware?
Programs that can attack only computers.
Programs that can attack computers, tablets, phones and other digital devices.
Programs that can protect computers, tablets, phones and other digital devices.
Programs that can protect only computers.
A (a) is someone who uses a computer system to gain unauthorised access to someone else's data on another computer/network.
Which ones are types of malware? (Select 2)
Bots, Ransomware, Hackers
Spyware, Worms, Ransomware
Viruses, Trojans, Bots
Bots, Hackers, Worms
What can malware do to your device? (Select 3)
Stop from running properly
Can crash, reboot or slow down
Ruin the hardware on the device
Slow down internet connection
How can we prevent Malware attacks? (Select 2)
Install Anti-Virus
Make sure we have strong passwords
Run regular scans
Don't access personal info with public Wi-FI
How can we prevent hacks?
Dont click on anything unless you know what it is.
Don't access personal info on public Wi-Fi
Check if site is trusted
Choose your apps wisely
I can protect your computer from harmful malware.
What Am I?
A___ - V____
(a)
Cyber security is ...
The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.
Any activity designed to protect the usability and integrity of a network and its data by managing access to the network.
What most defines a computer virus?
It crashes computers
It can copy itself and spread to other computers
It can spy on what you do
It cannot be fixed
What is Ransomware?
Software that sends scam emails
Software that copies itself
Software that you think is good software but isn't
Software that hides your data and demands payment to release it
What is a Trojan?
Software that sends scam emails
Software that copies itself
Software that you think is good software but isn't
Software that hides your data and demands payment to release it
Which of these could protect your computer data? (more than one answer!)
Locking your computer away
Installing anti-virus software
Only using computers during the day
Updating your operating system software
