Asked by Tessa Eddington on Jun 26, 2024

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Quincy suspects that passwords and other personal information were electronically stolen from his computer.What kind of malware might be infecting his computer?

A) Worm
B) Spyware
C) Trojan
D) Ransomware

Spyware

Malicious software designed to gather private information from a user's device without their knowledge.

Malware

Malicious software specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer system.

Personal Information

Data that relates to an individual's identity, such as name, address, date of birth, and other identifying details.

  • Differentiate between types of malware and their effects on computer systems.
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Akhileshwar SinghJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Spyware is malicious software that aims to collect sensitive information from a victim's device, including login credentials, credit card numbers, and other personal data.