NETWORK SECURITY
INTRODUCTION
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Question
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It is a malicious program that gains full access to a computer system. Often, a direct attack on a system using a known vulnerability or password.
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Virus
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worm
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Trojan
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Rootkit
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A rootkit is a software program, typically malicious, that provides privileged, root-level (i.e., administrative) access to a computer while concealing its presence on that machine. Simply put, it is a nasty type of malware that can severely impact your PC’s performance and also put your personal data at risk.
Detailed explanation-2: -Virus. A virus is a piece of code that inserts itself into an application and executes when the app is run. Once inside a network, a virus may be used to steal sensitive data, launch DDoS attacks or conduct ransomware attacks.
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