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JK0-802 · Question #801

Which of the following is the MAIN difference between a rootkit and a virus?

The correct answer is D. Rootkits infiltrate the kernel while viruses infiltrate files. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following is the MAIN difference between a rootkit and a virus?

Options

  • ARootkits encrypt the operating system while viruses encrypt documents
  • BRootkits execute as super user while viruses execute as regular users
  • CRootkits modify the BIOS while viruses cannot access the BIOS
  • DRootkits infiltrate the kernel while viruses infiltrate files

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(60 responses)
  • A
    12% (7)
  • B
    5% (3)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    82% (49)

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