Which statement is true about the self-replication of Trojans?

• A. Trojans can spread automatically across networks
• B. Trojans replicate independently
• C. Trojans do not replicate themselves
• D. Trojans are often carried by worms

Answer: (C)

The statement regarding Trojans that is accurate indicates that Trojans do not replicate themselves. Unlike viruses or worms, which are designed to spread without any user intervention, Trojans rely on social engineering tactics to trick users into executing them. Once executed, a Trojan can perform malicious actions but does not possess the capability to self-replicate or spread autonomously from one system to another.

Trojans often disguise themselves as legitimate software or files to deceive users into downloading and running them. This reliance on user action for distribution differentiates them from self-replicating malware types. The nature of Trojans as non-replicating threats emphasizes the importance of user awareness and caution when handling downloads and email attachments.