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WorksheetsUnderstanding Basic Malware Types
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a computer virus?
A type of malware that replicates itself and spreads to other computers
A program that encrypts files and demands a ransom
A software that displays unwanted advertisements
A tool used for network monitoring
Which of the following is a characteristic of a worm?
Requires user action to spread
Self-replicates without user intervention
Encrypts files and demands payment
Monitors user activity secretly
What is the primary impact of ransomware on a computer system?
Slows down the system performance
Encrypts files and demands bitcoins for decryption
Displays unwanted advertisements
Steals personal information
Which of the following best describes adware?
Software that encrypts files
Software that displays unwanted pop ups
Software that monitors user activity
Software that spreads through email attachments
What is a common technique used by spyware?
Encrypting files
Displaying pop-up ads
Keylogging to capture user input
Replicating itself to spread
How does a worm typically spread?
Through email attachments
By exploiting network vulnerabilities
By displaying advertisements
By encrypting files
What is the main goal of ransomware?
To display unwanted ads
To steal personal information
To demand payment for file decryption
To monitor user activity
Which type of virus is known for changing its code to avoid detection?
Boot sector virus
File infector virus
Macro virus
Polymorphic virus
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a worm?
Self-replicating
Requires user action to spread
Exploits network vulnerabilities
Can cause network congestion
