SecurityQuestion 34 of 100
Which type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software to trick a user into installing it, then performs malicious actions in the background?
a.Worm
b.Trojan horse
c.Boot sector virus
d.Logic bomb
Explanation
A Trojan horse masquerades as a useful program to get installed, then carries a hidden malicious payload. A worm self-replicates across networks, and a logic bomb triggers on a condition rather than relying on disguise.
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