Match the following terms to the appropriate definitions.
-Software code that gives access to a program or a service that circumvents normal security protections.
A)Adware
B)Backdoor
C)Botnet
D)Computer virus
E)Hoax
F)Keylogger
G)Logic bomb
H)Macro virus
I)Spear phishing
J)Vishing

Question

Match the following terms to the appropriate definitions.
-Software code that gives access to a program or a service that circumvents normal security protections.​
A)Adware
B)Backdoor
C)Botnet
D)Computer virus
E)Hoax
F)Keylogger
G)Logic bomb
H)Macro virus
I)Spear phishing
J)Vishing

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A backdoor is software code that gives access to a program or a service that circumvents normal security protections.

Answer: D
 A computer virus is a type of malicious software that replicates itself by modifying other computer programs and inserting its own code.

Answer: G
 A logic bomb is a piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met.

Answer: H
 A macro virus is a type of computer virus that is written in a macro language, often used in productivity software such as Microsoft Office.

Answer: I
 Spear phishing is a type of phishing attack that is targeted at a specific individual or group, often using personalized information to make the attack seem more legitimate.

Answer: J
 Vishing is a type of phishing attack that uses voice over IP (VoIP) technology to deceive victims into disclosing personal information.

Match the Following Terms to the Appropriate Definitions