What is 'ransomware'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
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Question #1
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Which of the following is a type of malware that tracks a user's keystrokes?
Correct Answer: Option D
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A keylogger is a type of malware that records every keystroke a user makes on a device, capturing sensitive information like passwords and credit card numbers.
A keylogger is a type of malware that records every keystroke a user makes on a device, capturing sensitive information like passwords and credit card numbers.
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What is a 'worm' in the context of malware?
Correct Answer: Option A
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A worm is a standalone malware that replicates itself and spreads to other computers without requiring any user action.
A worm is a standalone malware that replicates itself and spreads to other computers without requiring any user action.
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Which software utility evaluates file directories by calculating SHA-256 hashes, alerting administrators if any core application files have been modified or corrupted?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Integrity checkers calculate cryptographic hashes of files, comparing them to known vendor benchmarks to verify the file hasn't been modified.
Integrity checkers calculate cryptographic hashes of files, comparing them to known vendor benchmarks to verify the file hasn't been modified.
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