Question

You've just received an email message that indicates a new, serious malicious code threat is ravaging across the Internet. The message contains detailed information about the threat, its source code, and the damage it can inflict. The message states that you can easily detect whether or not you have already been a victim of this threat by the presence of three files in the \Windows\System32 folder. As a countermeasure, the message suggests that you delete these three files from your system to prevent further spread of the threat.

Based on the email message, which of the following are the next BEST actions to complete? (Select two.)

answer

Verify the information on well-known malicious code threat management Web sites.


Delete the indicated files if present.


Run a full anti-malware scan.


Distribute the message to everyone in your address book.


Perform a complete system backup.


Reboot the system.

Answer 1

The next BEST actions to complete based on the email message are:

1. **Verify the information on well-known malicious code threat management Web sites.** - It's essential to confirm the accuracy of the information before taking any actions that could potentially harm your system or data.

2. **Run a full anti-malware scan.** - Running a full scan will help detect any malicious code or threats on your system beyond just the indicated files and provide more comprehensive security.

It's important to verify the threat before acting on it and scanning your system is a prudent step in ensuring your security.