Malware Programmers and Malicious Activities Quiz

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What are some activities that malware can perform?

Delete files, steal personal information, send spam

How can infections occur through instant messaging applications?

By opening and viewing files shared through messaging apps

What risk exists when receiving files through instant messaging apps?

Being infected with Trojan software

What is a potential consequence of malware attacking browsers and tracking websites visited?

<p>Compromising online privacy and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can malware affect the performance of a computer system?

<p>By slowing down the system and degrading performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of risk exists when receiving files through instant messaging apps regardless of the sender's identity?

<p>Risk of being infected with Trojan software</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can malware be introduced into a system through physical access?

<p>By inserting USB devices or CDs/DVDs with malware-infected Autorun.inf files</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Autorun, as mentioned in the text?

<p>A Windows feature that runs an executable program when a CD/DVD is inserted or a USB device is connected</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can outdated web browsers introduce malware into a user's computer?

<p>By exploiting vulnerabilities when visiting malicious websites</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if software applications are left unpatched?

<p>Attackers can exploit the vulnerabilities to introduce malware</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does insecure patch management affect a company's systems?

<p>Attackers can inject malware into the software, leading to data damage and security breaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method used to trick users into introducing malware into their systems via portable media?

<p>Inserting infected flash drives or CDs/DVDs with malware-infected Autorun.inf files</p> Signup and view all the answers

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