What does the term cyber attack refer to?

• A. A general term for a routine software update
• B. A general term to describe an attempt to damage or destroy a computer network or system
• C. A method for backing up data securely
• D. A user authentication process

Answer: (B)

The concept here is that a cyber attack is an intentional effort to harm digital infrastructure. It describes actions aimed at damaging, destroying, disrupting, or stealing from a computer network or system. This can include deploying malware, breaking into systems, stealing data, or overwhelming services to take them offline. It’s about deliberate harm, not routine maintenance, backups, or standard security steps. For example, ransomware encrypts files to disrupt operations and demand payment, and a distributed denial-of-service attack floods a site to make it unavailable. The other options describe normal maintenance or protective measures, not attacks.