Quiz – Malware Fundamentals Explained

Question 1 of 6

1. Question

What does ransomware do according to the capsule?

Locks your files and demands payment for their release

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Speeds up your computer

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Backs up your files safely

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Blocks all incoming email

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Question 2 of 6

2. Question

Which malware disguises itself as legitimate software before unleashing damage?

Trojan

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Worm

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Spyware

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Ransomware

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Question 3 of 6

3. Question

Which malware self-replicates across networks independently?

Worm

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Trojan

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Spyware

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Adware banner

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Question 4 of 6

4. Question

Which malware quietly monitors activity and steals passwords?

Spyware

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Worm

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Ransomware

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Firewall

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Question 5 of 6

5. Question

Match each malware type to its behavior.

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Demands payment for files
Monitors activity secretly
Poses as legitimate software
Self-replicates across networks

Ransomware

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Spyware

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Trojan

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Worm	Correct Incorrect Correct answer

Question 6 of 6

6. Question

Match each prevention practice to its benefit.

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Closes known vulnerabilities
Avoids infected files
Detects threats early

Keep software updated

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Use trusted download sources

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Enable security tools

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