Why did the 'ILOVEYOU' worm spread rapidly?

It spread through emails from contacts

Why avoid using free VPN services?

They may log and sell user data

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1
Which method do hackers use to spread malware?
Watching online videos
Updating antivirus software
Using an ad blocker
Email attachments and links
2
How does spyware operate on a victim’s computer?
It crashes the system
Creates fake login pages
Encrypts files and demands ransom
It hides and monitors user
3
What describes a Trojan program?
Spreads via Bluetooth
Disguises as useful software
Self-replicates like a worm
Only affects Apple devices
4
Best action to take when encountering phishing email?
Forward to friends
Clicking on links to verify sender
Report and delete email
Replying with personal details
5
What to do if your computer is infected with malware?
Ignore the issue
Disable security software
Share credentials via email
Disconnect & run malware scan
6
Which measure helps prevent a MITM attack?
Using public Wi-Fi for banking
Disabling antivirus
Downloading unverified patches
Always check HTTPS
7
Which malware locks files until ransom is paid?
Spyware
Ransomware
Adware
Trojan
8
Why did the 'ILOVEYOU' worm spread rapidly?
Only affected offline computers
It disguised as useful software
Virus attached to Microsoft update
It spread through emails from contacts
9
Why avoid using free VPN services?
Only works on certain websites
They may log and sell user data
They slow down internet speed
Illegal in most countries
10
What is the primary function of a firewall?
Stores password information
Prevents unauthorized access
Blocking malware from websites
Deletes infected files
11
What is a key function of antivirus software?
Prevents phishing
Detects & removes malware
Prevents online tracking
Removes all ads
12
What is a feature of a phishing website?
Asks for sensitive info
Provides free security updates
Official company domain
Promoted by cybersecurity agencies
13
How does adware affect a computer?
Shows unwanted ads
Encrypts files and demands payment
Prevents websites from loading
Deletes all system files
14
How to protect against spyware?
Using outdated security software
Avoid suspicious downloads
Disabling firewall
Installing a VPN
15
How to prevent worm attacks?
Disable antivirus software
Click on emails from known contacts
Delete unknown attachments
Download software from unverified sources

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Questions 15

Answers

1
Which method do hackers use to spread malware?
Watching online videos
Updating antivirus software
Using an ad blocker
Email attachments and links
2
How does spyware operate on a victim’s computer?
It crashes the system
Creates fake login pages
Encrypts files and demands ransom
It hides and monitors user
3
What describes a Trojan program?
Spreads via Bluetooth
Disguises as useful software
Self-replicates like a worm
Only affects Apple devices
4
Best action to take when encountering phishing email?
Forward to friends
Clicking on links to verify sender
Report and delete email
Replying with personal details
5
What to do if your computer is infected with malware?
Ignore the issue
Disable security software
Share credentials via email
Disconnect & run malware scan
6
Which measure helps prevent a MITM attack?
Using public Wi-Fi for banking
Disabling antivirus
Downloading unverified patches
Always check HTTPS
7
Which malware locks files until ransom is paid?
Spyware
Ransomware
Adware
Trojan
8
Why did the 'ILOVEYOU' worm spread rapidly?
Only affected offline computers
It disguised as useful software
Virus attached to Microsoft update
It spread through emails from contacts
9
Why avoid using free VPN services?
Only works on certain websites
They may log and sell user data
They slow down internet speed
Illegal in most countries
10
What is the primary function of a firewall?
Stores password information
Prevents unauthorized access
Blocking malware from websites
Deletes infected files
11
What is a key function of antivirus software?
Prevents phishing
Detects & removes malware
Prevents online tracking
Removes all ads
12
What is a feature of a phishing website?
Asks for sensitive info
Provides free security updates
Official company domain
Promoted by cybersecurity agencies
13
How does adware affect a computer?
Shows unwanted ads
Encrypts files and demands payment
Prevents websites from loading
Deletes all system files
14
How to protect against spyware?
Using outdated security software
Avoid suspicious downloads
Disabling firewall
Installing a VPN
15
How to prevent worm attacks?
Disable antivirus software
Click on emails from known contacts
Delete unknown attachments
Download software from unverified sources