CertNexus Certified Cyber Secure Coder (CSC) — Question 78

A security administrator notices a process running on their local workstation called SvrsScEsdKexzCv.exe. The unknown process is MOST likely:

Answer options

• A. Malware
• B. A port scanner
• C. A system process
• D. An application process

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The process name SvrsScEsdKexzCv.exe does not resemble standard system or application processes, suggesting it is suspicious. Malware often disguises itself with unusual names to avoid detection, unlike legitimate system or application processes which typically have recognizable names and functions.