Which of the following is a type of malware that can replicate and spread across networks without user interaction? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a type of malware that can replicate and spread across networks without user interaction?
A. Worm
B. Trojan
C. Virus
D. Spyware
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A worm is a standalone malware that self-replicates and spreads across networks without requiring any user action.

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Correct Answer: Option B


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