Cybersecurity Awareness Flashcard

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What does "phishing" typically involve?

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Tricking someone into revealing personal information.

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Which of the following is a strong password practice? Options: Using "password123". Sharing your password with close friends. Using a unique and complex combination of characters. Using your birthdate.

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Using a unique and complex combination of characters.

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What is malware?

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Malicious software designed to harm computers.

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What does "HTTPS" indicate in a website's URL?

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The website uses encryption to protect data transmission.

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What is a "firewall" primarily used for?

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To block unauthorized access to a network.

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What is "two-factor authentication" (2FA)?

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Requiring two forms of identification to access an account.

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What is "social engineering"?

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Manipulating people to gain access to sensitive information.

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What is a "VPN" (Virtual Private Network) used for?

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To create a secure, encrypted connection over a less secure network.

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What is "ransomware"?

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Software that encrypts files and demands payment for their release.

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What is the best way to handle suspicious emails?

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Delete them without opening.