Types of Malware and Cybersecurity Threats

What is the term for malicious code that captures information like web browsing habits and usernames?

What is the term for a person who creates and uses malware to gain unauthorized access to information?

What type of security protects physical objects or areas from unauthorized access and misuse?

How do malware that infect computers through files often spread?

What is the term for a part of multiple layers of security that protects the details of a particular operation or series of activities?

Which of the following is NOT a component of information security?

What type of malware is designed to record every keystroke made on a computer?

What is the primary goal of information security?

What is the term for the protection of information assets from unauthorized access or disclosure?

What is the term for the process of identifying, estimating, and prioritizing risks to organizational operations?

What type of malware is typically spread through email attachments?

What is the term for the unauthorized access or use of information assets?

Types of Malware

Malware consists of segments of code that perform malicious actions
Types of malware include: Virus, Worm, Spyware, Trojan, Ransomware, and Bot

Security Layers

Multiple layers of security include: Physical security, Personnel security, Network security, and Information security
These layers protect objects, areas, or individuals from unauthorized access and misuse

Information Security

Information security is the protection of information assets that use, store, or transmit information
It involves the application of policy, education, and technology to protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets

Security Risks

Risk assessment is the process of identifying, estimating, and prioritizing risks to organizational operations
Risk analysis is the determination of the extent to which an organization's information assets are exposed or at risk

Threats and Attacks

A threat is a category of objects, persons, or other entities that presents a danger to an asset
An attack is an intentional or unintentional act that can cause damage to information and the systems that support it

Preventing Malware

Ways to prevent malware infections include:
- Regularly updating software
- Avoiding file sharing services and BitTorrent
- Being cautious with removable media
- Avoiding spam emails

Key Concepts

Confidentiality is the protection of information from disclosure or exposure to unauthorized individuals or systems
Availability is the ability of authorized users to access information without interference or obstruction
Keyloggers are a type of surveillance software that records every keystroke made to a log file, usually encrypted

This quiz covers different types of malware, including viruses, worms, and spyware, as well as cybersecurity threats and terms related to hacking and illegal access to information.