Types of Spoofing Attacks
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What can a rootkit conceal from the operating system?

  • Executable files
  • Network connections (correct)
  • Contact lists
  • Interruption requests
  • What is the primary distinction between a computer virus and a computer worm?

  • A virus is a segment of code within a program, while a worm is a standalone program (correct)
  • Viruses cannot replicate themselves
  • Viruses harm networks by consuming bandwidth
  • Worms require human interaction to replicate
  • Which activity characterizes superzapping?

  • Snarfing contact lists
  • Taking control of Bluetooth devices
  • Injecting self-replicating code
  • Bypassing system controls without leaving an audit trail (correct)
  • Which action differentiates a computer worm from a computer virus?

    <p>Worms do not require human action to replicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of malware involves stealing contact lists and other data via Bluetooth vulnerabilities?

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

    How does bluebugging affect a victim's phone?

    <p>Listening to calls and sending messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of malware, what does the term 'self-replicating' imply?

    <p>Spreading without human action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of worms on networks?

    <p>Consuming bandwidth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a computer virus typically require to start replicating?

    <p>Human action, like running a program or opening a file</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an illegal act that superzapping can perform?

    <p>Bypassing regular system controls</p> Signup and view all the answers

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