Cybersecurity Program Quiz 5

Cybersecurity Quiz 5

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1. Which type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it?

Worm

Rootkit

Ransomware

Trojan Horse

2. What is the primary characteristic of a worm compared to other types of malware?

It records keystrokes to steal sensitive data

It disguises itself as a harmless application

It spreads without requiring user interaction

It encrypts files and demands payment for decryption

3. Which of the following is a key technique used in rootkits to evade detection?

Encrypting user files for ransom

Infecting email attachments with malicious payloads

Hiding processes and system modifications

Displaying fake antivirus alerts

4. Which of the following is the safest method to remove malware from an infected system?

Booting into Safe Mode and running an antivirus scan

Formatting the hard drive without backing up data

Deleting suspicious files manually without analysis

Restarting the system to clear malicious processes

5. Which type of malware locks users out of their devices or encrypts files until a ransom is paid?

Adware

Ransomware

Spyware

Keylogger

6. What is a key technique for preventing malware infections on a network?

Using default passwords on network devices

Disabling firewalls to improve system performance

Regularly updating software and applying security patches

Allowing all file downloads from unknown sources

7. How can attackers use phishing to distribute malware?

By running brute-force attacks on encrypted files

By tricking users into clicking malicious links or downloading infected attachments

By exploiting hardware vulnerabilities

By gaining physical access to the victim’s computer

8. Which security measure provides the best defense against zero-day malware threats?

Implementing behavior-based threat detection

Disabling all security updates to prevent compatibility issues

Relying solely on signature-based antivirus software

Using outdated operating systems for stability

9. Which of the following is a common method used by malware to gain persistence on a compromised system?

Only executing once without making system changes

Running in temporary memory and deleting itself after execution

Requiring manual execution each time the system starts

Modifying registry keys and startup settings

10. Which best practice minimizes the risk of malware infection from removable media?

Plugging in unknown USB drives to test their functionality

Disabling autorun and scanning USB devices before use

Ignoring security warnings when inserting external drives

Allowing all removable media to run without restrictions

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