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Submitted by packet_pusher· Mar 6, 2026Social Engineering

Question

Sarah, a system administrator, was alerted of potential malicious activity on the network of her company. She discovered a malicious program spread through the instant messenger application used by her team. The attacker had obtained access to one of her teammate's messenger accounts and started sending files across the contact list. Which best describes the attack scenario and what measure could have prevented it?

Options

  • AInstant Messenger Applications; verifying the sender's identity before opening any files
  • BInsecure Patch Management; updating application software regularly
  • CRogue/Decoy Applications; ensuring software is labeled as TRUSTED
  • DPortable Hardware Media/Removable Devices; disabling Autorun functionality

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#Malware Propagation#Instant Messenger Security#Social Engineering#User Vigilance
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