Cybersecurity Quiz 3

What term is used to describe software designed to disrupt computer operations or gain unauthorized access without the user's knowledge or permission?

• Virus

• Malware

• Worm

• Trojan horse

How do worms differ from viruses?

• Worms require user initiation

• Viruses can run independently

• Worms always slow down networks

• Viruses replicate by exploiting vulnerabilities

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes a Trojan horse from a virus?

• Trojan horses infect executable files

• Viruses require user initiation

• Trojan horses bind to non-executable files

• Viruses mutate to avoid detection

What type of malware holds a computer system or its data captive until a payment is made?

• Logic Bomb

• Ransomware

• Backdoor

• Spyware

What is the purpose of a browser hijacker?

• To modify system files

• To alter browser settings for redirection

• To encrypt data on the computer

• To replicate independently over networks

What is the primary objective of social engineering attacks?

• To exploit software vulnerabilities

• To gain unauthorized access through technical means

• To manipulate individuals into divulging information or performing actions

• To launch malware attacks on computer networks

What is "pretexting" in the context of social engineering?

• Requesting personal information in exchange for something

• Lying to an individual to gain access to privileged data

• Observing and picking up PINs through surveillance

• Pretending to be a part of a large crowd to gain entry into a secure location

What practice involves going through a target's trash to gather information that an organization discards?

• Piggybacking

• Tailgating

• Dumpster Diving

• Shoulder Surfing

How does piggybacking occur in social engineering?

• By forwarding hoax emails and jokes at work

• By exploiting vulnerabilities in online systems

• By gaining access to privileged data through lies

• By tagging along with an authorized person to gain entry into a secure location

What is the purpose of a "mantrap" in preventing social engineering attacks?

• To secure online communication

• To prevent unauthorized email forwarding

• To control access through two sets of doors

• To defend against phishing attacks