A Segment of Computer Code That Performs Malicious Actions and Will

question 97

Multiple Choice

A segment of computer code that performs malicious actions and will spread by itself without requiring another computer program:

• A)Logic bomb
• B)Trojan horse
• C)Virus
• D)Worm

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Definitions:

Treasury Securities

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