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Malware that replicates itself without human interaction is called:
The correct answer is B. Worm. Worms self-replicate and spread across networks or systems entirely on their own, requiring no user action like opening a file or clicking a link - that autonomous propagation is their defining trait. A (Trojan) is wrong because a Trojan disguises itself as legitimate software an
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Malware that replicates itself without human interaction is called:
Options
- ATrojan
- BWorm
- CRootkit
- DSpyware
How the community answered
(42 responses)- A7% (3)
- B90% (38)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
Worms self-replicate and spread across networks or systems entirely on their own, requiring no user action like opening a file or clicking a link - that autonomous propagation is their defining trait.
- A (Trojan) is wrong because a Trojan disguises itself as legitimate software and requires a user to execute it; it does not self-replicate.
- C (Rootkit) is wrong because a rootkit hides malicious activity and maintains privileged access, but spreading independently is not its purpose.
- D (Spyware) is wrong because spyware silently collects user data (keystrokes, browsing habits) but does not replicate itself.
Memory tip: Think of a biological worm - it wriggles from place to place on its own. A Worm in malware does the same: it crawls through networks without needing a host or human help.
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