A ________ is a self-replicating program that sends copies to other nodes on a computer network and may contain malicious code intended to cause damage.
A)honeypot
B)worm
C)Trojan horse
D)cookie

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A worm is a self-replicating program that spreads copies to other nodes on a computer network and may contain malicious code intended to cause damage. A honeypot is a trap set up to detect, deflect, or in some manner counteract attempts at unauthorized use of information systems. A Trojan horse is a program designed to breach a computer system's security, disguised as a harmless program. A cookie is a small data file stored on a user's computer by a website.

A ________ Is a Self-Replicating Program That Sends Copies to Other