Question

You've just received an e-mail message that indicates a new serious malicious code threat is ravaging across the Internet. The message contains detailed information about the threat, its source code, and the damage it can inflict. The message states that you can easily detect whether or not you have already been a victim of this threat by the presence of the three files in \Windows\System32 folder. As a countermeasure, the message suggests that you delete these three files from your system to prevent further spread of the threat. What should your first action based on this message be?a. Perform a complete system backup.b. Verify the information on well-known malicious code threat management web sitesc. Distribute the message to everyone in your address book.d. Reboot the system.e. Delete the indicated files if present

Answer 1

Answer:

B.) Verify the information on well-known malicious code threat management web sites

Explanation:

Of course, you should verify the message with reliable sources before taking any actions that could impact your computer. Even if the message seemed legit, it telling you to fiddle with the Windows system folder is a red flag.

Answer 2

B. Verify the information on well-known malicious code threat management web sites.