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A _________ attack is an attack on a computer system or network that causes a loss of service to users.
 
  A. DDoS B. spam
 
  C. logic bomb D. stealth

Question 2

As an alternative to just destroying data, some malware encrypts the user's data and demands payment in order to access the key needed to recover this information. This is sometimes known as _________ .
 
  A. a trapdoor B. a logic bomb
 
   C. ransomware D. spear-phishing



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C



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