WebXam Cram 1.23.23

What type of threat involves an individual with authorized access to a computer system using that access to harm the system or steal sensitive information?

• A) Insider threat
• B) Virus
• C) Worm
• D) Spyware

Which type of malware disguises itself as a legitimate program in order to gain access to a computer system?

• A) Virus
• B) Worm
• C) Spyware
• D) Ransomware

Which type of cyber attack involves an attacker using social engineering techniques to trick a victim into giving away sensitive information or access to a computer system?

• A) Spoofing
• B) Hacking
• C) Social engineering
• D) Phishing

What type of cyber attack involves an attacker sending an email or message to a victim pretending to be a legitimate source, in order to trick the victim into providing sensitive information or installing malware on their computer?

• A) Spoofing
• B) Hacking
• C) Social engineering
• D) Phishing

What type of cyber attack involves an attacker altering the configuration of a computer system or network in order to gain unauthorized access or control?

• A) Spoofing
• B) Hacking
• C) Social engineering
• D) Phishing

Which type of malware encrypts files on a victim's computer, making them inaccessible until a ransom is paid to the attacker?

• A) Virus
• B) Worm
• C) Spyware
• D) Ransomware

What type of cyber attack involves an attacker using a fake website or email address to trick a victim into providing sensitive information or login credentials?

• A) Spoofing
• B) Hacking
• C) Social engineering
• D) Phishing

What type of threat is caused by a malicious software program that replicates itself and spreads to other computers on a network?

• A) Insider threat
• B) Virus
• C) Worm
• D) Spyware

What type of cyber attack involves an attacker using a computer program or script to automate the process of trying different combinations of characters in order to guess a password or other login credential?

• A) Spoofing
• B) Brute Force Hacking
• C) Social engineering
• D) Phishing

What type of threat is caused by a malicious software program that tracks a victim's online activity and sends that information to the attacker?

• A) Insider threat
• B) Virus
• C) Worm
• D) Spyware