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    Question

    What is a ‘Trojan’ in the context of network

    security?
    A Malicious software disguised as legitimate software to gain unauthorised access. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A type of firewall that protects against viruses and malware. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A program that monitors network traffic for security breaches. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A protocol used for secure communication between devices on a network. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A Trojan disguises itself as desirable code or software. Once downloaded by unsuspecting users, the Trojan can take control of victims' systems for malicious purposes. Trojans may hide in games, apps, or even software patches, or they may be embedded in attachments included in phishing emails.

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