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Which of the following characteristics describe a worm?

Select two correct answers

  • Infects computers by attaching to software code
  • Executes when software is run on a computer
  • Is self-replicating
  • Travels to new computers without any intervention or knowledge of the user
  • Hides in a dormant state until needed by an attacker
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The correct answers are:

Is self-replicating
Travels to new computers without any intervention or knowledge of the user
Explanation: A worm is a type of malware that can replicate itself and spread across networks, often without any user interaction. It can cause damage by consuming bandwidth, overloading networks, and deleting files. Worms can exploit vulnerabilities in operating systems, applications, and devices to spread from one computer to another.

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