Which characteristic describes Fileless malware?
- It uses legitimate programs to infect a computer.
- It displays an advertisement or popup that looks like an actual Windows warning.
- It records keystrokes to access passwords, confidential information, and spyware.
- It uses the IP addresses of known phishing websites.
Explanation: Fileless malware uses legitimate programs to infect a computer. Going straight into memory, this type of malware doesn’t rely on files, so it leaves no footprint.
Exam with this question: 3.3.10 Check Your Understanding – Defending Systems and Devices
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