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Which type of malware replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code into those programs?
Which type of malware replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code into those programs?
- Spyware
- Adware
- Computer virus (correct)
- Trojan horse
What is the main difference between a computer virus and a computer worm?
What is the main difference between a computer virus and a computer worm?
- A computer virus and a computer worm both require a host program
- A computer virus and a computer worm do not require a host program
- A computer virus requires a host program, while a computer worm does not (correct)
- A computer worm requires a host program, while a computer virus does not
How do virus writers initially infect systems and spread the virus?
How do virus writers initially infect systems and spread the virus?
- By using social engineering deceptions
- By creating complex anti-detection/stealth strategies
- By using antivirus software
- By exploiting security vulnerabilities (correct)
What do computer viruses do to the affected areas?
What do computer viruses do to the affected areas?
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What is the metaphor used to describe the affected areas of a computer virus?
What is the metaphor used to describe the affected areas of a computer virus?
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