While browsing the internet, a user notices persistent pop-up alerts that claim the computer is infected and insist that the user purchase a full-version antivirus tool to remove the alleged threats. Which type of malware is MOST likely responsible for these pop-ups?
Worm
Scareware
Cryptominer
Ransomware
The scenario describes scareware-a form of rogue security software that uses alarming messages to frighten users into buying worthless or malicious software. Legitimate antivirus vendors do not rely on aggressive, unsolicited payment demands. Ransomware encrypts data and demands a ransom, a worm self-replicates to spread across networks, and a cryptominer silently consumes system resources to mine cryptocurrency.
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