Connie Opened a Link That She Received in an Email

question 17

Multiple Choice

Connie opened a link that she received in an email.It led to a webpage that congratulated her on winning $1 million.The webpage instructed her to follow a few steps after which she found her laptop functioning erratically.Connie had restricted access to her own folders and the data was encrypted.She was asked to pay for an access key to release them.What kind of malware attack is this?

• A) Ransomware
• B) Spyware
• C) Virus
• D) Spam

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Definitions:

Instrumental Learning

A learning process in which behavior is modified by the reinforcing or inhibitory effects of the resulting consequences.

Response

A reaction to a specific stimulus or situation, which can be verbal, physical, or emotional in nature.

Reward

A reward refers to a positive reinforcement given in response to a desired behavior, intended to encourage that behavior's recurrence.

Concept Formation

The mental process involved in grouping or categorizing objects, events, or ideas based on common features or characteristics.