CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 981

Which of the following works by implanting software on systems but delays execution until a specific set of conditions is met?

Answer options

• A. Logic bomb
• B. Trojan
• C. Scareware
• D. Ransomware

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Logic bomb, because it is designed to trigger under specific conditions, causing harm only when those conditions are met. Options B, C, and D represent other types of malware that do not have this delayed execution mechanism; Trojans disguise themselves to gain access, scareware attempts to frighten users into buying software, and ransomware encrypts data immediately for extortion.