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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Bluesnarfing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does bluebugging affect a victim's phone?

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

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

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

What is a common consequence of worms on networks?

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

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

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

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