COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY
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Question
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A malware program that, when executed, replicates by inserting copies of itself (possibly modified) into other computer programs, data files, or firmware is known as?
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Malware
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Virus
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Spoofing
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -virus (computer virus) A computer virus is malicious code that replicates by copying itself to another program, computer boot sector or document and changes how a computer works.
Detailed explanation-2: -A worm is a standalone program that replicates itself to infect other computers without requiring action from anyone. Since they can spread fast, worms are often used to execute a payload-a piece of code created to damage a system.
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