Hector is trying to use Windows Defender to run an antivirus scan. Windows Defender refuses to run. When he opens the Action Center, Hector realizes that Windows Defender has been disabled and another antivirus software is running. Hector does not recognize the other antivirus software.
What type attack has infected Hector's computer?
A) Spam
B) Security alert
C) Hijacked email
D) Rogue antivirus

Question

Hector is trying to use Windows Defender to run an antivirus scan. Windows Defender refuses to run. When he opens the Action Center, Hector realizes that Windows Defender has been disabled and another antivirus software is running. Hector does not recognize the other antivirus software. ​
What type attack has infected Hector's computer?
A) Spam
B) Security alert
C) Hijacked email
D) Rogue antivirus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The presence of unrecognized antivirus software suggests a rogue antivirus attack, where malicious software pretends to be legitimate antivirus software to trick users.

Hector Is Trying to Use Windows Defender to Run an Antivirus