Multiple choice

What does a malware detection program look for when running a scan?

  1. a service pack

  2. mirror sites

  3. patches that prevent new virus or worm from making a attack

  4. patterns in the programing code of the software ona computer
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Antivirus and malware detection programs scan files looking for specific patterns or signatures in the programming code that match known malware. This signature-based detection helps identify threats that have already been documented by security researchers.

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