Exam PCCET topic 1 question 88 discussion

These are not types of malware, question is incorrect or answers are incorrect.

The type of malware that takes advantage of a vulnerability on an endpoint or server is: D. Exploit Exploits are malicious software or code that target known vulnerabilities in software, operating systems, or applications. They take advantage of these vulnerabilities to compromise or infect the targeted endpoint or server. Exploits are often used to deliver other types of malware or gain unauthorized access to a system. Options A, B, and C are related to the context of vulnerabilities and security but do not directly describe the malware that actively leverages vulnerabilities to compromise systems.

Weird question you would expect possible examples from malware So i choose D. Page 37 1.12 Differentiate between vulnerabilities and exploits An exploit is a type of malware that takes advantage of a vulnerability in installed endpoint or server software such as a web browser, Adobe Flash, Java, or Microsoft Office. An attacker crafts an exploit that targets a software vulnerability, causing the software to perform functions or execute code on behalf of the attacker.

Answer is D Study Guide page 32 under Exploitation phase of the Cyberattack Lifecycle "An end user may unwittingly trigger an exploit, for example, by clicking a malicious link or opening an infected attachment in an email, or an attacker may remotely trigger an exploit against a known server vulnerability on the target network. Breaking the cyberattack lifecycle at this phase of an attack, as during the Reconnaissance phase, begins with proactive and effective end-user security awareness training that focuses on topics such as malware prevention and email security."

Answer is D

no correct answer. the nearest would be D

Ansewer :D An exploit is a code that takes advantage of a software vulnerability or security flaw. It is written either by security researchers as a proof-of-concept threat or by malicious actors for use in their operations.

answer is D An exploit is a type of malware that takes advantage of a vulnerability in installed endpoint or server software such as a web browser, Adobe Flash, Java, or Microsoft Office