Ethical Hacking Essentials Practice Test

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Which type of virus combines file infectors and boot record infectors?

Multipartite viruses
Macro viruses
Cavity viruses
Logic bomb viruses

The correct answer is: Multipartite viruses

Multipartite viruses are a sophisticated type of malware that can infect a computer in multiple ways simultaneously. Specifically, they combine characteristics of both file infectors and boot record infectors. This allows the virus to spread through executable files and also through the boot sectors of hard drives or removable media, making them particularly versatile and effective at propagating. By utilizing both infection methods, multipartite viruses can increase their chances of remaining on an infected system even if one of the infection vectors is detected and removed. This dual approach complicates the cleanup process and can lead to persistent infections that are harder to eradicate. Understanding multipartite viruses is crucial in the field of ethical hacking, as it helps security professionals develop more comprehensive defenses against various types of malware.