Initial Assessment - Cybersecurity Awareness

What does “https” in a web address mean?

• That the site has special high definition

• That information entered into the site is encrypted

• That the site is the newest version available

• That the site is not accessible to certain computers

• None of the above

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

A group of computers that is networked together and used by hackers to steal information is called a ________.

• Botnet

• Rootkit

• DDoS

• Operating system

Which of the following four passwords is the most secure?

• Football123

• WTh!5Z

• mymum&23

• 123456

What is a virus?

• An email message

• An image that embeds itself in your file directory

• A program that self-replicates

• Data in various forms

“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

Your computer screen should not be visible by any individuals at any point in time.

• True

• False

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

You receive an email from your bank telling you there is a problem with your account. The email provides instructions and a link so you can log in to your account and fix the problem.

What should you do?

• Open the email immediately and follow the instruction.

• Read the email few days after and follow the instruction.

• Delete the email

• Forward the email to your friends

What is the most common delivery method for viruses?

• A. USB Thumbdrive

• Email

• Snail Mail

• Phone Call