Email Security

Email Security

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What is email security?

email Security

A process of preventing email-based cyber attacks and unwanted communications/ Protecting your account

​Protecting inbox from takeover

​Protecting domain from spoofing

Blocking malware delivery

Filtering spam

Stop phishing attacks

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a suggestion made by the security team?

• Having regular ID card checks

• Employing extra security staff

• Putting in more CCTV

• Offering free meals to students

Multiple Choice

Which of the following measures is considered most effective by the security team?

• Conducting surprise security drills

• Implementing a biometric access system

• Increasing the height of perimeter fence

• Installing more bright lights around campus

Multiple Choice

An __________ scans and processes all incoming and outgoing email and makes sure that threats are not allowed in.

• 
  email gateway

• 
  email profile picture

• 
  email username

• none

Multiple Choice

What is the MOST common delivery method for viruses?

• Facebook

• WhatsApp

• Email

• Poster

Multiple Choice

If someone asks for your bank account information, what should you do?

• Exchange it for money.

• Don't give it to them.

• 
  Give it to them.

Multiple Choice

Identity theft is a crime in which your private information is stolen and used for ________ activity.

• Criminal

• Reporter

• News

• Hidden

Phishing

Fraud

Malware

Email
Interception

Account
Takeover

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4

3

2

5

Type of Email Attacks

Malware

1

Software that is designed to attack, control, and damage a device's security and infrastructure

​Trojan Horse

Viruses

Worms

Spyware

Ransomware

Multiple Choice

What is malware?

• A type of bird

• A type of fish

• Software designed to harm your computer or steal your information

• A gardening tool

Phishing

2

Scammers use fake websites that resemble legitimate ones to trick users into revealing their personal information.

Multiple Choice

What kind of attachments might contain malware?

• PDF files

• Executable files (e.g., .exe, .bat)

• Image files

• Text files

Multiple Choice

Keyloggers are a form of ______________.

• Social engineering

• Trojan

• Shoulder surfing

• Spyware

Multiple Choice

How can you identify a phishing email?

• It contains spelling and grammar errors

• The email address of the sender looks suspicious

• It asks for sensitive information like passwords or credit card numbers

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common type of malware?

• Trojan horse

• Spyware

• Panda

• Ransomware

Multiple Choice

How do phishers typically contact their targets?

• Via email, text messages, or phone calls

• By sending physical letters

• By appearing at their doorstep

• Through phone calls only

Multiple Choice

What can happen if you fall for a phishing scam?

• Your personal information could be stolen or misused

• Your computer will run faster

• You might receive free gifts

• You'll become famous

Multiple Choice

What is phishing?

• A popular social media platform

• A type of fishing technique

• A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information

• A type of bird commonly found in coastal regions

Multiple Choice

Which action helps protect you from falling victim to phishing attacks?

• Never click on links or download attachments from unknown senders

• Share your passwords with friends to keep them safe

• Respond to emails requesting personal information to avoid penalties

• Keep your antivirus software turned off for better performance

Multiple Choice

Email is often used to spread malware ______________ attacks

• 
  brute force

• birthday

• fraud and phishing

• Front door

Multiple Choice

Which of the following attacks is conducted by posing as a legitimate entity in order to solicit sensitive information from users?

• Insider

• Hacking

• Phishing

• Fraud

Multiple Choice

Phishing is a way of attempting to acquire information. What information does it try to acquire?

Select two answer.

• Level of education

• User names and passwords

• Marital status

• Credit card details