An organization has recently experienced a security breach where multiple endpoints were remotely controlled by an unauthorized entity, leading to the unauthorized use of system resources for mining cryptocurrency. Which type of malware is MOST likely responsible for this incident?
Botnet
Logic Bomb
Worm
Ransomware
The correct answer is 'Botnet' because it describes a network of compromised computers that are controlled remotely, typically without the owners' knowledge, to perform tasks such as cryptocurrency mining. A botnet infection matches the scenario described where multiple endpoints are being remotely controlled. A Ransomware infection would generally encrypt files and demand payment, which is not mentioned in the scenario. A Logic Bomb would execute malicious code based on certain conditions being met, which is not indicated in this scenario. A Worm would self-replicate to spread to other computers, but it does not inherently control multiple endpoints for a task like cryptocurrency mining.
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