Application Security and Cybersecurity Basics Quiz
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What are the main ways computers get infected?

  • Installing infected software
  • Plugging in external devices only
  • Direct attacks from the network only
  • Accessing a malicious or infected website or starting application from a website (correct)

    • What is a backdoor or trapdoor in the context of malicious software?

  • A type of encryption used to protect software from attacks
  • A secret entry point into a program, allows those who know access bypassing usual security procedures (correct)
  • A type of virus that spreads through social engineering tactics
  • A harmless testing feature left by developers

    • What is a logic bomb in the context of malicious software?

  • A type of malware that spreads through email attachments
  • A code embedded in legitimate program activated when specified conditions are met (correct)
  • A tool used by network administrators to test system vulnerabilities
  • A harmless script used in software development

    • How can a backdoor or trapdoor be prevented?

    <p>By implementing secure development practices and removing any existing backdoors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a way computers can get infected?

    <p>Executing a malicious attachment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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