Discuss GAQM CPEH-001 Exam Topic 1 Question 106

A Trojan horse is a destructive program that masquerades as a benign application. The software initially appears to perform a desirable function for the user prior to installation and/or execution, but in addition to the expected function steals information or harms the system.

The challenge for an attacker is to send a convincing file attachment to the victim, which gets easily executed on the victim machine without raising any suspicion. Today's end users are quite knowledgeable about malwares and viruses. Instead of sending games and fun executables, Hackers today are quite successful in spreading the Trojans using Rogue security software. What is Rogue security software?

AA flash file extension to Firefox that gets automatically installed when a victim visits rogue software disabling websites

BA Fake AV program that claims to rid a computer of malware, but instead installs spyware or other malware onto the computer. This kind of software is known as rogue security software.

CRogue security software is based on social engineering technique in which the attackers lures victim to visit spear phishing websites

DThis software disables firewalls and establishes reverse connecting tunnel between the victim's machine and that of the attacker

Suggested Answer: C

The order should be Passive information gathering, Network level discovery, Host scanning and Analysis of host scanning.

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33 comments · newest first

Mireya 11 months ago

I thought rogue software was just annoying pop-ups, not actual malware!

Fannie 11 months ago

Yup, it tricks users into thinking they're protected!

Samira 11 months ago

Wait, are people really falling for this? Seems hard to believe.

Melissia 12 months ago

Totally agree, it's a scam to install more malware!

Trina 12 months ago

Rogue security software is just fake antivirus, right?

Tenesha 12 months ago

I recall that rogue security software is often designed to look legitimate, but it actually does the opposite of what it claims. It’s tricky because users might not realize they’re being scammed until it’s too late.

Glen 1 year ago

I feel like the answer is B, but I’m a bit confused about the specifics of how these programs operate. They definitely seem to install more malware instead of fixing anything.

Junita 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think rogue security software might involve social engineering tactics to lure victims. It sounds familiar from a practice question we did last week.

Marlon 1 year ago

I remember studying about rogue security software, and I think it's related to fake antivirus programs that trick users into thinking their systems are infected.

Millie 1 year ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The question provides a good overview of Trojan horses and how hackers use rogue security software to spread malware. I'll select Option B and move on to the next question.

Oliva 1 year ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The key is recognizing that rogue security software is a type of Trojan horse that tricks users into installing malware under the guise of being an anti-virus program. Option B seems to best describe this.

Felicitas 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by the details about rogue security software. I'll need to read through the question carefully and think through the different options to make sure I understand what's being asked.

Shaunna 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward. I'll focus on understanding the key details about Trojan horses and rogue security software to determine the correct answer.

Cory 1 year ago

Rogue security software, huh? Sounds like the hackers are really upping their game. Tricking people into installing malware - that's some real 'Vogon poetry' level trickery right there.

Jestine 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cory

D) This software disables firewalls and establishes reverse connecting tunnel between the victim's machine and that of the attacker.

Twana 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cory

Yeah, hackers are getting more sophisticated with their tactics. It's important to stay vigilant and cautious.

Sherman 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cory

B) A Fake AV program that claims to rid a computer of malware, but instead installs spyware or other malware onto the computer. This kind of software is known as rogue security software.

Nu 1 year ago

Option B is the way to go. Fake AV software that actually installs spyware? That's the classic rogue security software trick. Sneaky, but good to know what to look out for.

Wei 1 year ago

↳ replying to Nu

Definitely, we have to stay vigilant and always double-check before downloading anything suspicious.

Malissa 1 year ago

↳ replying to Nu

Yeah, it's scary how hackers can trick us into installing malware without us even realizing it.

Robt 1 year ago

↳ replying to Nu

I agree, fake AV programs are really sneaky. It's important to be cautious of what we download.

Rose 1 year ago

Haha, rogue security software. Sounds like the hackers are getting more creative these days. Instead of sending obvious viruses, they're disguising them as helpful programs. Gotta stay on your toes, folks!

Yuki 2 years ago

Option B sounds like the correct answer. A fake AV program that installs malware instead of removing it? That's the definition of rogue security software alright. Gotta watch out for those clever hackers.

Lindy 1 year ago

↳ replying to Yuki

User 2: Yes, you're right. It's important to be cautious when it comes to suspicious software. Rogue security software can be very deceptive.

Kerry 1 year ago

↳ replying to Yuki

User 1: Option B sounds like the correct answer. A fake AV program that installs malware instead of removing it? That's the definition of rogue security software alright. Gotta watch out for those clever hackers.

Natalya 2 years ago

Yes, Rogue security software pretends to help but actually installs malware. It's dangerous.

Theron 2 years ago

Rogue security software? I've heard of that before. It's like a wolf in sheep's clothing, isn't it? Tricking users into installing malware under the guise of protecting their system. Sneaky!

Sherill 1 year ago

↳ replying to Theron

Yes, it's definitely like a wolf in sheep's clothing. It's all about deception and tricking users into compromising their systems.

Julio 1 year ago

↳ replying to Theron

D) This software disables firewalls and establishes reverse connecting tunnel between the victim's machine and that of the attacker

Alyce 2 years ago

↳ replying to Theron

C) Rogue security software is based on social engineering technique in which the attackers lures victim to visit spear phishing websites

Albert 2 years ago

↳ replying to Theron

B) A Fake AV program that claims to rid a computer of malware, but instead installs spyware or other malware onto the computer. This kind of software is known as rogue security software.

Ryan 2 years ago

I agree with Rusty. Rogue security software is indeed a Fake AV program.

Rusty 2 years ago

I think Rogue security software is option B.

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