5 Questions
What is the main function of virus scanners?
Identifying signature or pattern of known viruses
How does antivirus software recognize known viruses?
By using specific algorithms and virus definitions/signatures
What is the main limitation of virus scanners?
They are ineffective against unknown viruses
What is the purpose of heuristic-based detection in virus scanning techniques?
To identify potential new viruses based on behavioral patterns
What is the risk associated with false negatives in virus scanning?
Viruses may go undetected and cause harm
Test your knowledge of security technology with this quiz covering virus scanners, firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, and other related tools. Learn about how virus scanners work and their role in preventing virus infections.
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