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CPEH-001 · Question #670

Which of the following is the primary objective of a rootkit?

The correct answer is C. It replaces legitimate programs. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following is the primary objective of a rootkit?

Options

AIt opens a port to provide an unauthorized service
BIt creates a buffer overflow
CIt replaces legitimate programs
DIt provides an undocumented opening in a program

How the community answered

(45 responses)

A
4% (2)
B
16% (7)
C
71% (32)
D
9% (4)

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