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Advanced Malware Awareness Quiz

Authored by Waqqad Rasheed

Computers

11th Grade

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Advanced Malware Awareness Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of ransomware?

A) To collect personal data for identity theft

B) To restrict access to computer systems and files for financial gain

C) To display targeted advertising on infected systems

D) To replicate and spread across networks autonomously

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of malware utilizes stealth techniques to remain undetected on a victim's computer?

A) Ransomware

B) Bot

C) Rootkit

D) Adware

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do rootkits typically infiltrate computer systems?

A) Through email attachments containing malicious code

B) By exploiting vulnerabilities in the operating system or applications

C) By displaying misleading pop-up ads to trick users into clicking

D) Through user interaction with infected USB memory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precautionary measure can help minimize the risk of ransomware attacks?

A) Regularly updating antivirus software

B) Avoiding clicking on suspicious links or downloading attachments from unknown sources

C) Providing personal data freely during online chats to avoid suspicion

D) Ignoring the need for data backups as they are unnecessary

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of malware relies on user curiosity to propagate, often distributed through infected USB memory sticks?

A) Trojan

B) Spyware

C) Worm

D) Adware

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of adware?

A) To encrypt files and demand ransom

B) To restrict access to computer systems

C) To collect and transmit sensitive user data

D) To display intrusive advertisements to generate revenue

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which malware type encrypts a user's files and demands payment for their release?

A) Spyware

B) Worm

C) Ransomware

D) Bot

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