Which malware is installed on a compromised system and provides privileged access to the threat actor?

Which malware is installed on a compromised system and provides privileged access to the threat actor?

• Adware
• Virus
• Spyware
• Rootkit
• Worm

Explanation: Rootkits are used by threat actors to gain administrator account-level access to a computer. They are very difficult to detect because they can alter firewall, antivirus protection, system files, and even OS commands to conceal their presence.

Exam with this question: 3.4.4 Check Your Understanding - Malware