CompTIA A+
Core 2: Security
40 practice questions with explanations — 15 free to try
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Core 2: Security: example questions & answers
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Which malware disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it?
- ARansomware
- BRootkit
- CWorm
- DTrojan✓
Answer: A Trojan masquerades as legitimate software to gain access once the user runs it.
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