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What is the primary purpose of a computer security risk?

To access data without causing any damage
To engage in a deliberate act that is against the law
To cause a loss or damage to computer hardware, software, data, information, or processing capability (correct)
To leave messages or alter data

Which of the following is NOT a category of perpetrators of cybercrime?

Cracker
Script kiddie
Cybersurveillant (correct)
Hacker

What is the key distinction between a hacker and a cracker?

Hackers access computers or networks illegally, while crackers do not.
Hackers are computer enthusiasts, while crackers are malicious actors.
Crackers access computers or networks illegally, but have the intent of destroying data, stealing information, or other malicious actions, while hackers do not. (correct)
Hackers and crackers are the same thing.

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer crime?

Cybersurveillance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to refer to software used by cybercriminals?

Crimeware (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of a computer security risk?

Improvement of computer processing capability (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a script kiddie and a corporate spy?

Script kiddies lack the technical skills and knowledge that corporate spies possess. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a cyberterrorist's actions?

To destroy or damage computers for personal reasons. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a rootkit?

To allow someone from a remote location to take full control of the computer. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a computer virus and a worm?

A virus requires user intervention to spread, while a worm can spread automatically. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Center (CERT/CC)?

To offer assistance and information about Internet security breaches. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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