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312-50V11 · Question #672

_________ is a tool that can hide processes from the process list, can hide files, registry entries, and intercept keystrokes.

The correct answer is B. RootKit. A rootkit operates at a privileged OS level to hide processes, files, and registry entries while also performing covert actions such as keystroke interception.

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Question

_________ is a tool that can hide processes from the process list, can hide files, registry entries, and intercept keystrokes.

Options

  • ATrojan
  • BRootKit
  • CDoS tool
  • DScanner
  • EBackdoor

How the community answered

(58 responses)
  • A
    3% (2)
  • B
    93% (54)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • E
    2% (1)

Why each option

A rootkit operates at a privileged OS level to hide processes, files, and registry entries while also performing covert actions such as keystroke interception.

ATrojan

A Trojan disguises itself as a legitimate application to deliver a malicious payload but does not provide the kernel-level hiding and hooking capabilities that define a rootkit.

BRootKitCorrect

Rootkits function at ring 0 or kernel level, intercepting and modifying OS API calls so that malicious processes, files, and registry keys are filtered from the output seen by administrators and security software, while simultaneously logging keystrokes without user awareness.

CDoS tool

A DoS tool is designed to exhaust system or network resources and deny service to legitimate users, not to hide itself or capture keystrokes.

DScanner

A scanner probes hosts for open ports, services, or vulnerabilities; it does not conceal processes or intercept OS-level activity.

EBackdoor

A backdoor establishes a covert channel for unauthorized remote access but does not specifically hide entries from the process list or perform keystroke interception at the OS level.

Concept tested: Rootkit capabilities - process hiding and keystroke interception

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/security/intelligence/rootkits-malware

Topics

#rootkit#process hiding#keylogging#registry manipulation

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