Cyber Security CIW Practice 2

Why is malware dangerous?

• It can lock you out of your computer, until you pay a ransom fee.

• It can keep you from accessing web sites you want to see.

• It can install hidden applications that share your personal information without your permission.

• It can track your personal preferences and passwords.

You receive an e-mail from a good friend. It tells you go look at a website where they found surf boards for sale. You know your friend is not interested in surfing. The URL looks like this:

http://radonwaterproof.pl/decking/wonder.php?lead=1ke36kr0zt78av0

What kind of common threat is this message?

• Pharming

• Virus

• Malware

• Phishing

Joyce has confided in Mark, explaining that Tim posted hurtful messages online that make fun of her weight. Joyce feels depressed and embarrassed to attend their club. What should Mark do?

• Mark should confront Tim and demand that he delete the messages.

• Mark should ignore the situation because Tim is also his friend.

• Mark should go with Joyce and speak with someone in authority.

• Mark should tell Joyce to get even by spreading rumors about Tim around school.

Why is it the most important reason to be careful when choosing the apps that you will install on your mobile phone, or any other computing device?

• Because some apps have limited trial periods and then you must pay for them

• Because some apps are designed to steal your personal information

• Because some apps cost more than they should

• Because some apps are free

Mr. Jones gave a lesson on how following a set of rules for acceptable online communication is important. What has Mr. Jones been teaching his class?

• Social Networking

• Malware

• Netiquette

• Cyberbullying

What is sexting?

• Knowing that a bullying situation is wrong and doing something to stop it

• Exchanging sexually suggestive messages or images via text messaging

• Posting friendly messages in a chatroom environment

• Following a set of rules for acceptable online behavior

Jonathan is surfing the Internet when a window pops up advertising "Free vacations if you click here now!" There is a button labeled "Act now!" What should Jonathan do now?

• He should copy the Web site name and share it with his friends.

• He should click on the link because the link may disappear soon.

• He should close the pop-up window because the link can take him to a malicious site.

• He should run an anti-virus program.

Which online activity is one of the most popular and also poses the greatest risk to personal privacy?

• Cyberbullying

• Social networking

• Mobile texting

• Online gaming

Ethics means doing the right thing. Why is it unethical and illegal to download music without paying for it?

• It is not unethical or illegal to download music without paying for it.

• Downloading music without paying for it is like stealing it from the copyright owner.

• As long as you do it only one time, there is nothing wrong with it.

• It is fine to download and share only with your family and friends.

You received an e-mail message from someone you don't know. The e-mail requests you to click a link and provide some information. It says that in exchange, you will receive access to a site that offers incredible deals on popular items, up to 90 percent off retail cost. This offer sounds too good to be true. What type of security threat have you encountered?

• Trojan

• Virus

• Phishing

• Pharming