After removing malware from a computer, what additional step should be taken to prevent re-infection?

Change all passwords and enable multi-factor authentication

How does antivirus software typically detect known malware?

By physically inspecting the hard drive for damage

By monitoring the temperature of the CPU

By analyzing the color of the screen pixels

By comparing files against a database of malware signatures

What is the purpose of real-time scanning in antivirus software?

To create backups of important files automatically

To update the antivirus definitions once a month

To monitor files and processes continuously to block threats as they occur

To scan the entire system only when the user manually starts a scan

A security analyst is investigating a computer that is displaying pop-up ads and has a new toolbar in the browser. The user claims they did not install anything. The analyst suspects adware. What should the analyst do to confirm the presence of adware and prevent further infection?

Run a memory dump analysis to find hidden kernel processes.

Check the browser extensions and recently installed programs, then remove any suspicious ones.

Disable the network adapter to stop the pop-ups.

Reinstall the browser to remove the toolbar.

A company wants to reduce the risk of malware infections from web browsing. They plan to implement a security awareness program. Which practice should be emphasized to employees?

Disable the antivirus when downloading files to speed up the process.

Click on pop-up ads to see what they offer.

Use the same password for all online accounts.

Only download software from official vendor websites.

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