Which specific malware variety embeds its code inside the boot sectors of a hard drive platter or deep within the operating system core to intercept and mask its presence from security software tools completely? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which specific malware variety embeds its code inside the boot sectors of a hard drive platter or deep within the operating system core to intercept and mask its presence from security software tools completely?
A. Adware Module
B. Rootkit
C. Macro Virus
D. Spyware Script
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Rootkits are stealthy malware packages built to acquire deep administrative access, altering kernel functions to render themselves invisible to standard OS monitoring utilities.

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