malware

Question 1

a program that attempts to damage a computer system and replicate itself to other computer systems

Answer 1

virus

Question 2

a self-replicating program.

Answer 2

worm

Question 3

a malicious program that is disguised as legitimate or desirable software

Answer 3

trojan horse

Question 4

a legitimate program that has a Trojan attached to it is called

Answer 4

wrapper

Question 5

software that is installed without the user’s consent or knowledge, designed to intercept or take partial control over the user’s interaction with the computer.

Answer 5

spyware

Question 6

monitors actions that denote personal preferences, then sends pop-ups and ads that match those preferences

Answer 6

adware