FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are characteristics of ransomware?
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Why each option matters
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It encrypts the victim's files.
Ransomware encrypts files and demands payment for decryption.
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It collects user information without consent.
Why it's wrong here
Collecting info is spyware; ransomware focuses on encryption.
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It self-replicates to other systems without user interaction.
Why it's wrong here
Self-replication is a characteristic of worms, not typically ransomware.
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It encrypts the victim's files.
Why this is correct
Ransomware encrypts files to prevent access.
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It demands payment in exchange for decryption.
Why this is correct
Ransomware demands a ransom for the decryption key.
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It disguises itself as legitimate software.
Why it's wrong here
Disguising as legitimate is typical of trojans; ransomware can be delivered via trojans but is not defined by disguise.
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