A user downloads software that contains malware onto a computer that eventually infects numerous other systems. Which of the following has the user become?

The correct answer is C. Insider threat. The user has become an insider threat by downloading software that contains malware onto a computer that eventually infects numerous other systems. An insider threat is a person or entity that has legitimate access to an organization's systems, networks, or resources and uses…

Submitted by mike_84· Mar 6, 2026Security and Compliance

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Options

AHacktivist
BAdvanced persistent threat
CInsider threat
DScript kiddie

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A
5% (2)
B
3% (1)
C
89% (33)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

The user has become an insider threat by downloading software that contains malware onto a computer that eventually infects numerous other systems. An insider threat is a person or entity that has legitimate access to an organization's systems, networks, or resources and uses that access to cause harm or damage to the organization. An insider threat can be intentional or unintentional, malicious or negligent, and can result from various actions or behaviors, such as downloading unauthorized software, violating security policies, stealing data, sabotaging systems, or collaborating with external attackers.

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#Threat actors#Insider threat#Malware infection

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