312-50V13 · Question #70
Which of the following program infects the system boot sector and the executable files at the same time?
The correct answer is C. Multipartite Virus. A multipartite virus is a sophisticated type of malware that is designed to infect multiple parts of a system, specifically targeting both the boot sector of storage devices and executable files. This dual infection strategy makes it more difficult to remove, as cleaning one…
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- APolymorphic virus
- BStealth virus
- CMultipartite Virus
- DMacro virus
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(27 responses)- B4% (1)
- C93% (25)
- D4% (1)
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A multipartite virus is a sophisticated type of malware that is designed to infect multiple parts of a system, specifically targeting both the boot sector of storage devices and executable files. This dual infection strategy makes it more difficult to remove, as cleaning one area might leave the other infected, allowing reinfection.
A polymorphic virus is designed to constantly change its code or signature to evade detection by antivirus software, but its infection mechanism isn't necessarily focused on both boot sectors and executables.
A stealth virus attempts to hide its presence from the operating system and antivirus software, often by intercepting system calls, rather than defining its infection targets.
A multipartite virus is characterized by its ability to infect multiple types of targets on a system, typically infecting both the boot sector of the hard drive and the executable files (e.g., .EXE, .COM). This allows it to propagate and reinfect the system even if only one infection vector is addressed.
A macro virus specifically targets application-specific files, such as Microsoft Office documents, by embedding malicious macros within them, and does not infect boot sectors or general executable files.
Concept tested: Multipartite virus characteristics
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