Planet Cyber Quiz 2

Planet Cyber Quiz 2

Professional Development

10 Qs

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Planet Cyber Quiz 2

Planet Cyber Quiz 2

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Computers

Professional Development

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in a computer network?

To prevent physical access to the network

To encrypt all data on the network

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

To enhance the speed of the network

Answer explanation

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Firewalls are designed to examine and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of antivirus software?

To protect against physical damage to the computer

To detect and remove malicious software

To prevent unauthorized access to the computer

To optimize the computer's performance

Answer explanation

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Antivirus software is specifically designed to identify and eliminate malicious software such as viruses, worms, and Trojans.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of encryption?

To hide the computer's IP address

To protect data from unauthorized access by converting it into a secure format

To speed up data transmission over the internet

To compress large files for storage

Answer explanation

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Encryption transforms data into a secure format, making it unreadable without the appropriate decryption key, thus protecting it from unauthorized access.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What is the significance of Multi-factor authentication (MFA) in enhancing cybersecurity?

Encrypts all data transmitted online using TLS/SSL

Slows down internet connection speed

Provides layered protection by requiring additional verification beyond passwords

Prevents the installation of malware on a device

Answer explanation

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an account login process that requires multiple methods of authentication from independent categories of credentials to verify a user's identity for a login or other transaction.

5.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

Which of the following is a good practice to protect against phishing and malware attack?

Ensure antivirus software is regularly updated

Using public Wi-Fi for online banking

Sharing passwords with trusted friends

Avoid clicking on suspicious links or attachments

Answer explanation

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6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of a ransomware attack?

Disrupting normal business operations for fun

Stealing sensitive information

Demanding payment for the release of encrypted data

Gaining unauthorized access to systems

Answer explanation

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Ransomware is a malware designed to deny a user or organization access to files on their computer. By encrypting these files and demanding a ransom payment for the decryption key, threat actor place organizations in a position where paying the ransom is the easiest and cheapest way to regain access to their files.

7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

Most common form of cyber threat in Malaysia within the first 6 months in 2023?

Phishing

Malware

DDoS

Sim Swapping

Answer explanation

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According to CSM 2023 mid year report on Malaysia's cyber threat landscape, phishing and malware are the primary areas of concern.

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