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WorksheetsUnderstanding Malware and Its Types
Total questions: 29
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is malware?
A type of software designed to protect your computer
A type of software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device
A type of hardware used to enhance computer performance
A type of software used for creating documents
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Trojan Horse
Antivirus
Worm
Ransomware
How do viruses typically spread from one computer to another?
Through physical contact between computers
By copying themselves into other programs or files
By being installed manually by the user
By being downloaded from a secure website
What is a sign that your computer might be infected with ransomware?
Your computer runs faster than usual
You receive a message demanding payment to unlock your files
Your internet connection is faster
Your computer screen turns blue
Which of the following is a safe internet practice to prevent malware attacks?
Clicking on unknown email attachments
Using the same password for all accounts
Regularly updating your software and antivirus programs
Downloading software from unverified sources
What is an electronic worm?
A type of malware that replicates itself to spread to other computers
A harmless program that cleans your computer
A type of virus that only affects mobile devices
A software used to enhance internet speed
What is ransomware?
A type of malware that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption
A software that speeds up your computer
A harmless prank program
A type of antivirus software
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Trojan Horse?
It replicates itself to spread to other computers
It disguises itself as legitimate software
It encrypts files and demands a ransom
It is a type of antivirus software
How can you identify a phishing email that might lead to a malware attack?
It comes from a trusted friend
It contains spelling errors and asks for personal information
It is sent from your own email address
It has no attachments or links
Why is it important to regularly update your antivirus software?
To make your computer run slower
To ensure it can detect and protect against the latest threats
To delete all files on your computer
To increase your internet speed
What is a common method used by worms to spread across networks?
By attaching themselves to email attachments
By being downloaded from secure websites
By exploiting vulnerabilities in network protocols
By being manually installed by users
How can you protect your computer from ransomware attacks?
By never updating your software
By regularly backing up important files
By using the same password for all accounts
By clicking on all email links
What reasoning can you use to determine if a website is safe to download software from?
It has a professional design and layout
It is recommended by a friend
It has a secure connection (https) and positive reviews
It offers free downloads without any registration
Why might a computer user choose to use a virtual private network (VPN)?
To increase their computer's processing speed
To protect their online privacy and secure their internet connection
To download files faster
To access local files remotely
What strategic steps can you take to recover from a ransomware attack?
Pay the ransom immediately
Disconnect from the internet and restore files from a backup
Ignore the attack and continue using the computer
Delete all files on the computer
How can you evaluate the effectiveness of your current antivirus software?
By checking if it slows down your computer
By reviewing its ability to detect and remove known threats
By seeing if it has a colorful interface
By ensuring it is the most expensive option available
What is a potential consequence of not following safe internet practices?
Improved computer performance
Increased risk of malware infections
Faster internet speeds
Enhanced security features
Which of the following actions can help prevent the spread of worms in a network?
Sharing passwords with colleagues
Regularly updating network security protocols
Disabling all antivirus software
Allowing unrestricted access to all network devices
What is a key difference between a virus and a worm?
A virus can replicate itself, while a worm cannot
A worm can spread without human action, while a virus needs a host file
A virus is always more harmful than a worm
A worm is a type of antivirus software
How can strategic planning help in preventing malware attacks?
By ignoring all security updates
By implementing a comprehensive security policy and regular training
By using outdated software
By allowing unrestricted access to all files
What is Ransomware
A Disease you get from playing to much Fortnite
A type of malware that wants Money
An Anti Virus Software
Software that protects you from Phishing
The _____ type of malware that is triggered by the user. code automatically makes copies of itself.
Virus
Worm
Keystroke logger
Toolbar
Which of these are a sign your device is infected with malware (choose more than one answer)
The device speeds up
Lots of popups appear
The device slows down
You get a ransom demand
The word malware stands for
___________ software.
Pick the missing word
malfunctioning
malformed
malignant
malicious
How can a worm infect your computer?
Through security loopholes
Suspicious web links
Disguised as legitimate software
Email attachments
How can a virus infect your computer? (choose more than one answer)
Through security loopholes
Suspicious web links
Disguised as legitimate software
Email attachments
Which types of malware can self replicate (choose more than one answer)
Trojan
Virus
Spyware
Adware
Worm
What information can spyware gather (choose more than one answer)
usernames
passwords
details about your internet usage
bank details
data from your computer
