Which of the following is NOT considered malware? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following is NOT considered malware?
A. Trojan
B. Firewall
C. Ransomware
D. Virus
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A firewall is a security device or software, not malware. Viruses, Trojans, and ransomware are all types of malicious software.
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What is a 'worm' in the context of malware?
A. A type of ransomware
B. A program that disguises itself as a legitimate file
C. A self-replicating program that spreads without user intervention
D. A form of spyware
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A worm is a standalone malware that replicates itself and spreads to other computers without requiring any user action.
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Question #2
Which of the following is a type of attack that uses malicious code to exploit vulnerabilities in web applications?
A. Man-in-the-middle
B. Denial-of-service
C. Phishing
D. Cross-site scripting (XSS)
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Cross-site scripting (XSS) is a type of attack where malicious scripts are injected into web applications, exploiting vulnerabilities to steal data or hijack sessions.
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A type of malicious code string configured to remain hidden and completely dormant inside a database system until a precise system clock threshold triggers its execution is a/an:
A. Macro Virus
B. Logic Bomb
C. Rootkit Module
D. Computer Worm
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Logic bombs are snippets of malicious code hidden within legitimate software programmed to activate only when specific conditions are met.
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