Common Cyber Threats – Malware MCQs

What does the term "malware" stand for?

• Malicious Software

• Machine Language Software

• Manual Software

• Managed Software

Which of these best describes malware?

• Software designed to help your device run faster

• Software designed to harm or spy on your device

• Software that updates your apps

• Software that manages Wi-Fi

Malware can hide inside which of the following?

• Apps

• Files

• Links

• All of the above

Which is NOT a type of malware?

• Virus

• Trojan

• Ransomware

• Wi-Fi

Malware is similar to:

• A digital disease

• An antivirus

• A data backup

• A network cable

True or False: Malware can only infect computers, not smartphones.

• True

• False

A virus is a type of malware that:

• Repairs files

• Spreads by infecting other files

• Blocks internet access only

• Monitors heart rate

Which of these can help prevent malware infection?

• Clicking random links

• Opening unknown email attachments

• Using antivirus software

• Disabling firewall

Which type of malware locks your files until you pay money?

• Trojan

• Ransomware

• Worm

• Spyware

The main purpose of spyware is to:

• Damage files

• Monitor user activity

• Encrypt files for ransom

• Update software