CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) — Question 93

A technician recently updated a printer driver on all the computers in an office. Shortly after the update, several users' accounts and passwords were compromised. Which of the following MOST likely explains the compromised accounts?

Answer options

• A. Botnet
• B. Ransomware
• C. Antivirus definitions
• D. Keylogger

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as a keylogger can capture keystrokes, including usernames and passwords, especially if installed unknowingly during the driver update. Options A and B refer to malware that typically operates differently and would not specifically target user credentials in this context, while C pertains to definitions for antivirus software, which is unrelated to account compromise.