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Cyber Security Quiz

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Cyber Security Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the “https://” at the beginning of a URL denote, as opposed to "http://" (without the “s”)?

That the site has special high definition.

That information entered into the site is encrypted.

That the site is not accessible to certain computers

I don't know.

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a “phishing” attack?

Sending someone an email that contains a malicious link that is disguised to look like an email from someone the person knows.

Creating a fake website that looks nearly identical to a real website in order to trick users into entering their login information.

Sending someone a text message that contains a malicious link that is disguised to look like a notification that the person has won a contest.

All of the above.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following four passwords is the most secure?

Boat123

Wth!5Z

123456

0000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

“Private browsing” is a feature in many internet browsers that lets users access web pages without any information (like browsing history) being stored by the browser. Can internet service providers see the online activities of their subscribers when those subscribers are using private browsing?

Yes

No

Not sure

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Turning off the GPS function of your smartphone prevents any tracking of your phone’s location.

True

False

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If a public Wi-Fi network (such as in an airport or café) requires a password to access, is it generally safe to use that network for sensitive activities such as online banking?

Yes, it is safe.

No, it is not safe.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of cybersecurity risks can be minimized by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

Use of insecure Wi-Fi networks

Phishing attacks

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