Practice Malware (malicious Software) (2.2.1) - Common Types of Cyber Threats

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Question 1.
What is malware?
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Think about the issues it causes to digital systems.
Question 2.
Name two types of malware.
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Recall the examples discussed in class.
3Question 3.
What is a common function of spyware?
- To encrypt files
- To monitor user activity
- To replicate itself
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Think about its stealthy nature.
4Question 4.
True or False: Worms require human intervention to spread.
- True
- False
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Recall how worms operate differently from viruses.
Question 5.
Analyze the impact of spyware in an organization. How would it affect operations and trust?
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Consider both immediate and long-term implications.
Question 6.
Develop a security protocol to mitigate malware threats. What steps would you include?
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Think about preventive measures currently used in cybersecurity.

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