Practice Malware (malicious Software) (2.2.1) - Common Types of Cyber Threats
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Malware (Malicious Software)

Practice - Malware (Malicious Software)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is malware?

💡 Hint: Think about the issues it causes to digital systems.

Question 2 Easy

Name two types of malware.

💡 Hint: Recall the examples discussed in class.

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Question 1

What is a common function of spyware?

To encrypt files
To monitor user activity
To replicate itself

💡 Hint: Think about its stealthy nature.

Question 2

True or False: Worms require human intervention to spread.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall how worms operate differently from viruses.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze the impact of spyware in an organization. How would it affect operations and trust?

💡 Hint: Consider both immediate and long-term implications.

Challenge 2 Hard

Develop a security protocol to mitigate malware threats. What steps would you include?

💡 Hint: Think about preventive measures currently used in cybersecurity.

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