Malware
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Date:
Class:
A
Quick Questions
Shade in the A or B circle for each question.
1. Is malware software designed to cause harm?
2. Does all malware require the user's permission to run?
3. Can malware spread through email attachments?
4. Does antivirus software help detect and remove malware?
5. Is malware only found on old, outdated computers?
B
Match the Pairs
Draw a line connecting each item on the left to its match on the right.
| Left column | Right column | |
|---|---|---|
| 1Malware | AA type of malware that locks files until a ransom is paid | |
| 2Ransomware attack | BMalicious software designed to harm a system | |
| 3Malware can spread via infected downloads | CMalware often runs without the user's knowledge | |
| 4Antivirus software detects malware | DMalware can infect any connected device | |
| 5Malware always asks for permission before running | EA scan flagging a malicious file | |
| 6Only old computers can be infected by malware | FA user downloading an infected file |
C
Definitions
Malware
D
Fill in the Blanks
Complete each line of code by filling in the missing parts.
1.
Malware is _________ software.
2.
Malware can damage or _______ files.
3.
Antivirus software can ______ malware.
4.
Malware often _______ via email attachments.
5.
Malware can gain ____________ access.
E
Spot the Error
Shade in the letter of the line that contains an error.
Question 1
A
Malware is helpful software.
B
It can damage or steal data.
C
Antivirus helps detect it.
Question 2
A
Malware spreads through email.
B
It always helps performance.
C
Antivirus software detects it.
Question 3
A
Malware can steal your data.
B
It spreads via infected files.
C
It always asks for permission.
Question 4
A
Malware can corrupt files.
B
It can slow down a system.
C
Antivirus can detect malware.
D
It always improves security.
Question 5
A
Malware needs your consent.
B
It can be hidden in files.
C
It may damage a system.
D
Antivirus can remove malware.
Answer Key
Malware
Section A: Quick Questions
Q1
A — Yes
Q2
B — False
Q3
B — Yes
Q4
A — Yes
Q5
A — False
Section B: Match the Pairs
Q1
Malware → Malicious software designed to harm a system
Q2
Ransomware attack → A type of malware that locks files until a ransom is paid
Q3
Malware can spread via infected downloads → A user downloading an infected file
Q4
Antivirus software detects malware → A scan flagging a malicious file
Q5
Malware always asks for permission before running → Malware often runs without the user's knowledge
Q6
Only old computers can be infected by malware → Malware can infect any connected device
Section C: Definitions
Q1
Malware — Malicious software designed to damage, disrupt, or gain unauthorised access to a computer systemSection D: Fill in the Blanks
Q1
Malware is malicious software.Q2
Malware can damage or corrupt files.Q3
Antivirus software can detect malware.Q4
Malware often spreads via email attachments.Q5
Malware can gain unauthorised access.Section E: Spot the Error
Q1
A — Wrong — malware is malicious, not helpful; it can damage or steal data.
Q2
B — Wrong — malware does not improve performance; it can damage systems.
Q3
C — Wrong — malware does not ask permission; it accesses systems without consent.
Q4
D — Wrong — malware harms security, it doesn't improve it.
Q5
A — Wrong — malware does not need consent; it infects systems without permission.