Cyber Security Quiz

What is phishing?

• Phishing is a type of gardening technique.

• Phishing is a type of dance popular in South America.

• Phishing is a type of cyber attack where attackers send fraudulent emails or messages to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.

• Phishing is a type of fishing done in the ocean.

How can individuals protect themselves from phishing attacks?

• Click on every link in an email

• Be cautious of unsolicited emails, do not click on suspicious links, and verify the legitimacy of the sender before providing any personal information

• Provide personal information to any email sender

• Open all email attachments without checking

What is data encryption?

• Allowing unrestricted access to data

• Converting data into physical form

• Sending data through a secure network

• Process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access

Why is data encryption important in cyber security?

• To ensure that data is easily readable by anyone

• To increase the risk of data breaches

• To protect sensitive information from unauthorized access and ensure data confidentiality.

• To make data more accessible to unauthorized users

What is network security?

• Leaving the network open for anyone to access

• Securing a computer network infrastructure from unauthorized access or misuse

• Installing more software to slow down the network

• Using weak passwords for network access

What are some common network security measures?

• Social media monitoring

• Regular software updates

• Physical security guards

• Firewalls, encryption, antivirus software, intrusion detection systems, access control, and regular security updates.

What is malware prevention?

• Methods and techniques used to protect systems from malicious software

• Ways to increase the speed of a computer

• Techniques for preventing physical break-ins

• Methods for improving internet connectivity

How can individuals protect their devices from malware?

• Share passwords with strangers

• Click on every pop-up ad

• Install antivirus software and be cautious of email attachments and links

• Never update the operating system

What is social engineering?

• A tactic used by cyber attackers to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security.

• A form of online dating

• A method of creating fake social media profiles

• A type of software used to protect against cyber attacks

What are some common examples of social engineering attacks?

• Malware, virus, ransomware

• Spyware, adware, trojan horse

• Hacking, firewall, encryption

• Phishing, pretexting, baiting, tailgating, quid pro quo