The term rootkit refers to ____.
A) a program that repairs the computer's hardware core
B) a program that repairs the kernel
C) software tools used to conceal malware and backdoors
D) software tools used to conceal security tools

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Rootkits are software tools used to conceal malware and backdoors. They achieve this by modifying or replacing parts of the operating system that are responsible for maintaining its integrity and security. Rootkits can therefore be very difficult to detect and remove.

The Term Rootkit Refers to ____