Malware and Computer Security Quiz

What is malware?

• A type of hardware malfunction.

• A harmless software.

• Malicious software that poses a threat to computers, mobile devices, and networks.

• A type of computer game.

What is a virus?

• A type of malware that collects user data.

• A self-replicating malware that modifies existing programs and damages computer systems.

• A malware that encrypts files for ransom.

• A type of hardware device.

How does a boot sector virus operate?

• By encrypting files.

• By stealing passwords.

• By moving the master boot record (MBR) and replicating itself every time the computer reboots.

• By displaying pop-up ads.

What is the purpose of a Trojan horse?

• To encrypt files.

• To steal passwords.

• To provide covert remote access to a victim's system.

• To mine cryptocurrency.

What is a symptom of a Trojan horse infection?

• Screen settings changing by themselves.

• Computer running slow due to overheating.

• Antivirus software detecting malware.

• Files being encrypted.

What does a keylogger do?

• Encrypts files.

• Records keystrokes.

• Deletes files.

• Spreads to other computers.

What is the purpose of spyware?

• To steal passwords.

• To collect and forward information regarding the victim's computer activities.

• To encrypt files for ransom.

• To mine cryptocurrency.

What does ransomware do?

• Logs every keystroke.

• Scans a victim's computer for files, encrypts them, and demands a ransom for decryption.

• Provides remote access to the victim's system.

• Mines cryptocurrency using the victim's computer resources.

What does cryptominer malware do?

• Provides remote access to the victim's system.

• Uses the victim computer's resources to mine for cryptocurrency on behalf of the hacker.

• Collects and forwards information regarding the victim's computer activities.

• Encrypts files for ransom.

What is a rootkit?

• A hardware device.

• A set of programs that give the hacker root access to the target machine.

• A type of antivirus software.

• A type of encryption algorithm.