Ann, a software developer, has installed some code to reactivate her account one week after her account has been disabled. Which of the following is this an

example of? (Select TWO).

A.
Rootkit

B.
Logic Bomb

C.
Botnet

D.
Backdoor

E.
Spyware

Explanation:
This is an example of both a logic bomb and a backdoor. The logic bomb is configured to `go off’ or activate one week after her account has been disabled. The
reactivated account will provide a backdoor into the system.
A logic bomb is a piece of code intentionally inserted into a software system that will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met. For example, a
programmer may hide a piece of code that starts deleting files should they ever be terminated from the company. Software that is inherently malicious, such as
viruses and worms, often contain logic bombs that execute a certain payload at a pre-defined time or when some other condition is met. This technique can be
used by a virus or worm to gain momentum and spread before being noticed. Some viruses attack their host systems on specific dates, such as Friday the 13th or
April Fool’s Day. Trojans that activate on certain dates are often called “time bombs”. To be considered a logic bomb, the payload should be unwanted and
unknown to the user of the software. As an example, trial programs with code that disables certain functionality after a set time are not normally regarded as logic
bombs.
A backdoor in a computer system (or cryptosystem or algorithm) is a method of bypassing normal authentication, securing unauthorized remote access to a
computer, obtaining access to plaintext, and so on, while attempting to remain undetected. The backdoor may take the form of an installed program (e.g., Back
Orifice) or may subvert the system through a rootkit. A backdoor in a login system might take the form of a hard coded user and password combination which gives
access to the system.
Incorrect Answers:
A: A rootkit is a collection of tools (programs) that enable administrator-level access to a computer or computer network. Typically, a cracker installs a rootkit on a
computer after first obtaining user-level access, either by exploiting a known vulnerability or cracking a password. Once the rootkit is installed, it allows the attacker
to mask intrusion and gain root or privileged access to the computer and, possibly, other machines on the network. In this question, a program hasn’t been
installed. Therefore, a rootkit is not what is described in the question so this answer is incorrect.
C: A botnet is a collection of Internet-connected programs communicating with other similar programs in order to perform tasks. This can be as mundane as
keeping control of an Internet Relay Chat (IRC) channel, or it could be used to send spam email or participate in distributed denial-of-service attacks. The word
botnet is a combination of the words robot and network. The term is usually used with a negative or malicious connotation. Computers can be co-opted into a
botnet when they execute malicious software. This can be accomplished by luring users into making a drive-by download, exploiting web browser vulnerabilities, or
by tricking the user into running a Trojan horse program, which may come from an email attachment. This malware will typically install modules that allow the
computer to be commanded and controlled by the botnet’s operator. Many computer users are unaware that their computer is infected with bots. Depending on how
it is written, a Trojan may then delete itself, or may remain present to update and maintain the modules. In this question, no software has been installed. Therefore,

a botnet is not what is described in the question so this answer is incorrect.
E: Spyware is software that aids in gathering information about a person or organization without their knowledge and that may send such information to another
entity without the consumer’s consent, or that asserts control over a computer without the consumer’s knowledge. “Spyware” is mostly classified into four types:
system monitors, trojans, adware, and tracking cookies. Spyware is mostly used for the purposes of tracking and storing Internet users’ movements on the Web
and serving up pop-up ads to Internet users. Whenever spyware is used for malicious purposes, its presence is typically hidden from the user and can be difficult to
detect. Some spyware, such as keyloggers, may be installed by the owner of a shared, corporate, or public computer intentionally in order to monitor users. In this
question, no software has been installed. Therefore, spyware is not what is described in the question so this answer is incorrect.

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