Network Security Ch.2

Front 1

Two types of malware have the primary trait of circulation. These are viruses and worms.

Back 1

True

Front 2

A remote access Trojan has the basic functionality of a Trojan but also gives the threat actor unauthorized remote access to the victim's computer by using specially configured communication protocols.

Back 2

True

Front 3

A rootkit can hide its presence, but not the presence of other malware.

Back 3

False

Front 4

Vishing is a false warning, often contained in an email message claiming to come from the IT department.

Back 4

False

Front 5

What term below is used to describe the process of gathering information for an attack by relying on the weaknesses of individuals?

Back 5

Social Engineering

Front 6

Which of the following is malicious computer code that reproduces itself on the same computer?

Back 6

Virus

Front 7

What type of malware is heavily dependent on a user in order to spread?

Back 7

Virus

Front 8

A virus that infects an executable program file is known as?

Back 8

Program virus

Front 9

A series of instructions that can be grouped together as a single command and are often used to automate a complex set of tasks or a repeated series of tasks are known as:

Back 9

A macro

Front 10

Select below the type of malware that appears to have a legitimate use, but contains something malicious:

Back 10

Trojan

Front 11

What type of computer code is typically added to a legitimate program but lies dormant until a specific logical event triggers it?

Back 11

Logic bomb

Front 12

What type of undocumented yet benign hidden feature launches after a special set of commands, key combinations, or mouse clicks?

Back 12

Easter egg

Front 13

What kind of software program delivers advertising content in a manner that is unexpected and unwanted by the user, and is typically included in malware?

Back 13

Adware

Front 14

What type of attack is targeted against a smaller group of specific individuals, such as the major executives working for a manufacturing company?

Back 14

Watering hole

Front 15

What type of system security malware allows for access to a computer, program, or service without authorization?

Back 15

Backdoor

Front 16

Malware that locks or prevents a device from functioning properly until a fee has been paid is known as:

Back 16

Ransomware

Front 17

What type of ransomware was developed to block the user from accessing the computer and encrypts all the files on the user's device?

Back 17

Crypto-malware

Front 18

Which of the following are considered to be the primary payload capabilities found in malware? (Choose all that apply.)

Back 18

Launch attacks

Delete data

Collect data

Front 19

What type of malicious software technology is used to download and install software without the user's interaction?

Back 19

Automatic download software

Front 20

What type of malicious software technology is used to monitor user behavior or gather information about the user, sometimes including personally identifiable or other sensitive information?

Back 20

Tracking software

Front 21

What type of software can be installed in an individual's web browser to prevent ads from displaying?

Back 21

Ad blocking

Front 22

What type of structure is used to provide instructions to infected bot computers?

Back 22

Command & control

Front 23

What specific science discipline do most social engineering attacks rely on when they are being used?

Back 23

Psychology

Front 24

What social engineering principal convinces a victim an immediate action is needed?

Back 24

Urgency

Front 25

Which type of phishing attack targets specific users?

Back 25

Spear phishing