Malware denies user access unless a monetary fee is paid

What is the BEST definition of a computer virus?

Code that runs on a computer without the user’s knowledge.

Allows administrator-level control over a computer.

The abuse of electronic messaging systems such as e-mail.

Malicious software downloaded unwittingly from a website.

Type of phishing that targets to CEOs.

What is a Computer Worm?

Similar to viruses except that it self-replicates.

What is a good description for Cybersecurity?

The practice of defending devices from various attacks.

Fraudulently obtaining private information.

What is Shoulder Surfing?

Use of direct observation to find out a target’s password.

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What is Ransomware?
An attack that targets CEOs.
Malware denies user access unless a monetary fee is paid
Malicious software
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What is the BEST definition of a computer virus?
Code that runs on a computer without the user’s knowledge.
A Hacker who wants to destroy a database
Self-replicating Code
Information needed for a computer to run effectively.
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What is a Rootkit?
Self-replicates, similar to a virus
Collects personal information
Identifies user credentials
Allows administrator-level control over a computer.
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What is Spam?
Self-replicating code
The abuse of electronic messaging systems such as e-mail.
A really good canned good!
Malware denies user access unless a monetary fee is paid
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What is spyware?
Gain admin level access to a computer
Restricts access to a computer
Malicious software downloaded unwittingly from a website.
Self-replicating code
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What is Whaling?
Attempt at divulging personal information
Type of phishing that targets to CEOs.
Catching a big fish or whale
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What is a Computer Worm?
Similar to viruses except that it self-replicates.
You use them for fishing, right?
The abuse of electronic messaging systems such as e-mail.
Attack that targets high level CEOs.
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What is a good description for Cybersecurity?
The practice of defending devices from various attacks.
The study of Cyber criminals
The study of Code
Similar to Computer Science
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What is Phishing?
Tailgating
The attempt at deceiving people into believing something.
Targets top CEO board members
Fraudulently obtaining private information.
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What is Shoulder Surfing?
Deceiving people into believing something that is false.
Surfing waves on your shoulder, don't try this!
Persuading victims to provide person information.
Use of direct observation to find out a target’s password.

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