Malware · Question 6 of 12

What is the main goal of a rootkit?

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Answer

  • B Hiding itself and other malware deep in the system

Explanation

Rootkits embed themselves with high privileges, often in the kernel or even in firmware, and hide processes, files and connections. Normal tools then cannot see them. Secure Boot and checks from outside help.

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