Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) — Question 119

Which type of malware takes advantage of a vulnerability on an endpoint or server?

Answer options

• A. technique
• B. patch
• C. vulnerability
• D. exploit

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, 'exploit', as it refers to malware that leverages vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access or control. Options A, B, and C do not represent malware; rather, A is a method, B refers to software updates that fix vulnerabilities, and C is the weakness itself that can be exploited.