Viruses and worms propagate through ________.
A) social engineering
B) exploiting vulnerabilities
C) both A and B
D) neither A nor B

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Both social engineering and exploiting vulnerabilities are common methods for viruses and worms to spread. Social engineering involves deceiving users into clicking on a link or downloading an attachment, while exploiting vulnerabilities refers to taking advantage of weaknesses in software or systems to gain access and spread the virus or worm.

Viruses and Worms Propagate Through ________