Cyber Security Quiz (1)

What is the definition of data?

• A type of food

• A type of animal

• Information or facts, often stored on a computer or in a database

• A type of clothing

What is the definition of information?

• Something you eat

• Something you wear

• knowledge about a particular subject or thing that has meaning

• A place where you sleep

Answer explanation

Information can be any type of data or knowledge that is useful or meaningful. It can be found in many different sources, such as books, websites, conversations, or experiences. Information can be used to learn new things, make decisions, or solve problems. It is an important resource that helps people understand the world around them.

Which UK law gives you the right to access data an organisation stores about you?

• The Data Protection Act

• The Freedom of Information Act

• The Human Rights Act

• Computer Misuse Act

Which of the following rights do you have under the Data Protection Act?

• The right to be informed about how your personal data is being used

• The right to request a copy of the personal data an organization holds about you

• Both of these

What is the definition of personal information?

• Information that is shared between friends and family

• Information about an organization's business practices and financial information

• Information that can be used to identify an individual, such as their name, address, and phone number

• Information that is only relevant to a specific group or community

What is social engineering?

• A type of computer virus

• A way to trick people into giving out personal information

• A way to improve your social skills

• A way to fix problems with your computer

Answer explanation

Social engineering is a type of trick or scam that is used to get people to give out personal information or take certain actions.

What is phishing?

• A type of fish

• A way to catch fish

• A way to trick people into giving out personal information online

• A type of computer virus

Answer explanation

Phishing is a type of online scam that involves tricking people into giving out personal information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, through fake websites or emails.

What is blagging?

• A type of fish found in the Caribbean

• A method of fishing that involves using a net or other tool to catch fish

• A term used in the UK to describe the act of obtaining something through deception or misrepresentation

• A form of exercise that involves lifting weights or using resistance bands to build muscle strength

What is hacking?

• A way to fix something that is broken

• A sport played with sticks

• A type of dance

• A way to access someone else's computer or electronic device without their permission

Answer explanation

Hacking refers to the act of using technical skills to gain unauthorized access to someone else's computer or electronic device. It is considered a type of cybercrime.

What is a computer virus?

• A physical illness that affects computers

• A type of animal found on a computer

• A program designed to damage or disrupt a computer's normal functions

• A tool used to clean a computer

Answer explanation

A computer virus is a type of malicious software that is designed to damage or disrupt a computer's normal functions. It can be spread through email attachments, websites, or other means of file transfer.