List - I (Type of Malware) List - II (Description) (A) Trojan Horse (I) A…
2023
List - I (Type of Malware) | List - II (Description) |
|---|---|
(A) Trojan Horse | (I) A program that replicates itself to spread to other computers and uses a computer network to spread itself. |
(B) Worm | (II) A non-self-replicating program that contains malicious code which, when executed, carries out actions such as deleting data. |
(C) Spyware | (III) A type of malware that restricts access to the infected computer system, often demanding a fee/ransom. |
(D) Ransomware | (IV) A program that helps collect information about a person or organization without their knowledge. For example, it tracks keys pressed by the user. |
- A.
(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
- B.
(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
- C.
(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)
- D.
(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
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Correct answer: B
To solve this, match each malware type to its definition. A Trojan Horse is non-self-replicating (II). Worms replicate across networks (I). Spyware collects data secretly (IV). Ransomware restricts access for payment (III).