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What is malware?
What is malware?
A program that is inserted into a system, usually covertly, with the intent of compromising the Confidentiality, Integrity, or Availability of the victim's data, applications, or operating system.
What are the two broad categories of malware classification?
What are the two broad categories of malware classification?
- Based on how it spreads (correct)
- Based on the user interactions
- Based on the operating system
- Based on the payload actions (correct)
Which of the following are types of propagation mechanisms for malware?
Which of the following are types of propagation mechanisms for malware?
- Manual installation by users
- Exploitation of software vulnerabilities by worms (correct)
- Social engineering attacks (correct)
- Infection of existing content by viruses (correct)
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) are usually attributed to casual hackers.
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) are usually attributed to casual hackers.
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What is a characteristic of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?
What is a characteristic of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?
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Which of the following are examples of APT high-profile attacks?
Which of the following are examples of APT high-profile attacks?
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