Security Aspects · Class 12 · CBSE · Science Computer Science
A student receives an unexpected email attachment named AnnualReport.xlsm from an unknown sender. The email asks the student to enable macros before…
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A student receives an unexpected email attachment named Annual_Report.xlsm from an unknown sender. The email asks the student to enable macros before viewing it. What is the safest action?
- A.Enable macros and open the file immediately
- B.Forward the attachment to classmates
- C.Avoid opening it, verify the sender independently, and report or delete the emailCorrect answer
- D.Rename the file extension and then open it
Solution
Unexpected macro-enabled attachments can contain malware. The file should not be opened; the sender should be verified through a trusted channel, and the message should be reported or deleted.
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