20. Cybersecurity Malware Quiz

What is a computer virus?

• Software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another computer's activities

• A program that appears harmless but is in fact malicious

• A type of malware that silently installs itself in the background

• A piece of code capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect

How can trojans be introduced to computer systems?

• Accidentally or sometimes on purpose with malicious intent

• By regularly updating software and installing firewalls

• By educating users about social engineering and phishing

• By improving the quality of code

What is spyware used for?

• To corrupt the system or destroy data

• To bypass a computer's security and gain access to the system

• To protect the computer from the latest viruses

• To monitor a computer's activity and send back information to the hacker

How can users protect against malware?

• By regularly updating software and installing firewalls

• By improving the quality of code and installing firewalls

• By installing operating system patches and upgrades

• By educating users about social engineering and phishing

What is the best way to protect against all forms of malware?

• Installing firewalls, regularly updating software, and educating users

• Educating users, installing firewalls, and regularly updating software

• Improved quality of code, regular updates, maintenance, and educating users

• Regularly updating software, installing firewalls, and improving code quality

What type of malware silently installs itself in the background and sits on the device unbeknownst to the user?

• Phishing

• Trojan

• Spyware

• Computer virus

What does spyware enable a user to do?

• Monitor a computer's activity and send back information to the hacker

• Obtain covert information about another computer's activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive

• Corrupt the system or destroy data

• Bypass a computer's security and gain access to the system

What is the purpose of a Trojan?

• To appear harmless but is in fact malicious

• To corrupt the system or destroy data

• To monitor a computer's activity and send back information to the hacker

• To bypass a computer's security and gain access to the system

What is the main effect of a computer virus?

• Appearing harmless but is in fact malicious

• Obtaining covert information about another computer's activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive

• Monitoring a computer's activity and sending back information to the hacker

• Corrupting the system or destroying data

How can malware be introduced to computer networks and systems?

• By improving the quality of code

• By educating users about social engineering and phishing

• By regularly updating software and installing firewalls

• Accidentally or sometimes on purpose with malicious intent