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A non-self-replicating type of malware program containing malicious code that, when executed typically causes loss or theft of data, and possible system harm is a ____

A	Trojan
B	Virus
C	Malware
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -A Trojan horse, or Trojan, in computing is generally a non-self-replicating type of malware program containing malicious code that, when executed, carries out actions determined by the nature of the Trojan, typically causing loss or theft of data, and possible system harm.

Detailed explanation-2: -Worms. Self-replicating malware that, for instance, hunts down unprotected computers and recruits them for criminal or other malicious purposes. Unlike a virus, worms do not require any action on your part in order to infect your computer.

Detailed explanation-3: -Among the options cookies is not a malware.

Detailed explanation-4: -As part of an organization’s security and data protection program, it should have a plan in place that, at minimum, mitigates risk to systems and networks arising from four common types of malicious software: trojans, spyware, viruses, and ransomware.

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