Question

Which of the following activity is not done by spyware?

(a) Monitors your internet activity

(b) Track user’s login details and passwords

(c) Uninstalls your mobile browser

(d) Spy on sensitive information

I had been asked this question in homework.

My question is from Attack Vectors topic in chapter Understanding Attack Vectors of Cyber Security

Answer 1

The correct option is (c) Uninstalls your mobile browser

The best explanation: Spyware is harmful software which infiltrates user’s system, spy on user’s activities, stealing internet usage data & sensitive information of that user. It monitors your internet activity, track login credentials and spy on user’s sensitive information.