Rootkit Quiz

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Professional Development
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8 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What kind of behavior might indicate the presence of a rootkit?
Faster system performance
Strange or suspicious computer behavior noticed by a computer administrator
Increased storage space
Automatic software updates
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When was the first recorded rootkit created?
1980
1990
2000
2010
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of a rootkit?
To improve system performance
To infiltrate a computer system and conceal its presence
To backup data
To remove viruses
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are some legitimate purposes of rootkits?
To play games
To enable remote monitoring and control of a computer system by employers, parents, or law enforcement officials
To delete files
To increase system speed
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a method that might help in detecting rootkits?
Using standard antivirus software
Scanning memory and file systems for indicators
Regularly updating software
Defragmenting the hard drive
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do rootkits typically conceal their presence?
By displaying warning messages
By concealing files, processes, connections, and registry entries from other programs
By shutting down the computer
By deleting important files
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a precursor to rootkits used for at Bell Labs?
To improve system performance
To gain access to computers in a naval lab in California
To backup data
To remove viruses
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What kind of information can rootkits be used to find?
Software updates
Log-in information, user names, and passwords
System updates
System errors
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