What is used to maintain persistent control of an exploited device?

The correct answer is C. rootkit. A rootkit is a type of malicious software designed to gain unauthorized access to a computer system and maintain persistent control over it while concealing its presence from users and security tools. Rootkits are specifically crafted to enable continued access or control over…

Submitted by stefanr· Mar 6, 2026Host-Based Analysis

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Aencryption
BARP spoof
Crootkit
DDDoS

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C
93% (14)
D
7% (1)

Explanation

A rootkit is a type of malicious software designed to gain unauthorized access to a computer system and maintain persistent control over it while concealing its presence from users and security tools. Rootkits are specifically crafted to enable continued access or control over a compromised system without being detected. They can be employed to carry out various malicious activities, such as spying on user activities, stealing sensitive information, or allowing unauthorized access for further exploitation.

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