What is called the collective terms of malicious software, such as viruses, worms and trojans?

Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)

Question: What is called the collective terms of malicious software, such as viruses, worms and trojans?

A. Spam

B. Phishing

C. Malware

D. Harm

Correct Answer: Malware

Explanation

Malware is the collective name for a number of malicious software variants, including viruses, ransomware and spyware. Shorthand for malicious software, malware typically consists of code developed by cyberattacks, designed to cause extensive damage to data and systems or to gain unauthorized access to a network.