Mastering Computer Viruses & Malware

A computer virus is a type of malware that replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code into those programs.

A computer virus infects a computer by writing its own code into a host program. When the program runs, the virus program is executed first, causing infection and damage.

A computer virus requires a host program to replicate and infect, while a computer worm is an independent program or code chunk that can run independently and actively carry out attacks.

<p>Virus writers use social engineering deceptions and exploit detailed knowledge of security vulnerabilities to initially infect systems and spread the virus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Viruses use complex anti-detection/stealth strategies to evade antivirus software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The purpose of a computer virus is to replicate itself by modifying other computer programs and causing damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A computer worm does not require a host program to run, unlike a computer virus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Virus writers use social engineering deceptions and exploit security vulnerabilities to initially infect systems and spread the virus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Computer viruses use complex anti-detection/stealth strategies to avoid detection by antivirus software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Yes, computer worms can run independently and actively carry out attacks.</p> Signup and view all the answers