Question

Match the following malware with their correct descriptions

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Keylogger
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Virus
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Trojan Horse
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Rootkit
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Worm
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Logic Bomb
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Spyware
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Ransomware
A.
A software/hardware that tracks every key pressed on a keyboard.
B.
A software that replicates iitself into every directory on a computer upon invasion.
C.
A software that disguises itself as an innocent software while running malicious scripts in the background.
D.
A software that allows the hacker to bypass administrative restrictions
E.
A software that has a specific target.
F.
A malware that triggers when a specific condition is met.
G.
Software that collects unauthorised data by use of either cameras, microphone, or other peripherals.
H.
Software that locks data files and demans a monetary payment in exchange for unlocking.

Answer 1

A. Keylogger: A software/hardware that tracks every key pressed on a keyboard.

B. Virus: A software that replicates itself into every directory on a computer upon invasion.

C. Trojan Horse: A software that disguises itself as an innocent software while running malicious scripts in the background.

D. Rootkit: A software that allows the hacker to bypass administrative restrictions.

E. Worm: A software that has a specific target.

F. Logic Bomb: A malware that triggers when a specific condition is met.

G. Spyware: Software that collects unauthorized data by use of either cameras, microphone, or other peripherals.

H. Ransomware: Software that locks data files and demands a monetary payment in exchange for unlocking.

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