Computer Virus and Malware Quiz

Computer Virus and Malware

• A computer virus is malicious code intended to disrupt operations and damage software or data.
• Malware encompasses software specifically designed to harm networks or devices.
• Common types of malware include:
  • Virus: Attaches to files and spreads through infected files.
  • Worm: Self-replicating and spreads through networks independently.
  • Spyware: Collects user information without consent.
  • Ransomware: Encrypts data, demanding payment for decryption.

Social Engineering Techniques

• Social engineering is a manipulation technique that exploits human psychology to gain sensitive information.
• Types of social engineering techniques:
  • Social Media Phishing: Tricking users into disclosing personal information through deceptive messages or links.
  • Water Hole Phishing: Compromising a commonly visited website to target specific groups.
  • USB Baiting: Leaving infected USB drives in public venues to entice victims to use them.
  • Physical Social Engineering: Direct manipulation of individuals in physical environments to access restricted information or areas.

Phishing

• Phishing involves the use of digital communications to acquire sensitive data from individuals or organizations.
• Most common types of phishing:
  • Business Email Compromise (BEC): Attackers impersonate a trusted source to illegally obtain financial information or transactions.
  • Spear Phishing: Targeted attempts directed at specific individuals or organizations.
  • Whaling: Focuses on high-profile individuals, such as executives, for more substantial gains.
  • Vishing: Phishing conducted via voice calls, often using spoofed numbers.
  • Smishing: Involves phishing attempts through SMS or text messages.