Which of the Following Defines a Rootkit

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defines a rootkit?

• A)It is the act of fraudulently using email to try to get the recipient to reveal personal data by sending legitimate-looking emails urging the recipient to take action to avoid a negative consequence or to receive a reward.
• B)It is the unintended release of sensitive data by unauthorized individuals.
• C)It is the abuse of email systems to send unsolicited email to large numbers of people.
• D)It is a set of programs that enables its user to gain administrator-level access to a computer without the end user's consent or knowledge.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Control

involves the regulation of one's behavior, including the ability to start, maintain, or cease actions in accordance with one's goals and societal norms.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Dissonance Situation

A psychological state where an individual experiences discomfort or conflict due to holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Potential Dissonance

The possible tension or conflict that arises when a person holds two contradictory beliefs or attitudes simultaneously.