Lesson 4: Malware

Test Description: Malware

Instructions: Answer all questions to get your test result.

1) Although the Internet can make your life easier, it can also expose you and your computer to cyber security ________, such as viruses, malware, scams and identity theft.

2) ___________ is any program or file that is designed to damage a computer, tablet, or smartphone, or to gain unauthorized access to a device.

3) Any ________, tablet, or smartphone can be damaged by malware, no matter who manufactured it.

4) ________, these are URLs that may lead the user to download a virus or redirect the user to a Web site that will attempt to download malware

5) _______ are programs that look useful, but actually cause damage to your computer

6) __________ are fake e-mail message appearing to be from a trusted business, social network or other contact

7) ________ is malicious code that secretly watches your computer activity and sends the information over the Internet

8) _______ are malicious programs or code that damage or destroy data by attaching to a program or file in a victim computer

9) __________ are special types of viruses that can travel from computer to computer without human action

10) A ____ is self-replicating and can multiply until it uses up the computer's resources

11) Viruses are spread by _____ action, such as sharing infected files

12) Spyware can secretly capture your _________ (including passwords) and compromise your identity

13) The easiest way to become a victim of malware, spyware and viruses is through _________.

14) Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

15) Anytime a Web page asks for private information, such as a credit card or address, the user needs to be able to identify whether the Web page is ______.

16) A secure Web page will display a _____ icon somewhere in the browser window.

17) When you purchase a computer, ____________ _________ is available to protect the computer from any virus-related harm. (two words)

18) When choosing a password, use ________ devices to help you remember it.


*select an answer for all questions

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