Cybersecurity Quiz

What is pharming?

• Harvesting plants for medicinal purposes

• Redirecting website traffic to fraudulent sites

• Producing fake pharmaceuticals

• Extracting information from databases

What is biometric security primarily based on?

• Passwords

• Physical attributes

• Social security numbers

• Email addresses

What is a common form of fake website used in phishing attacks?

• Genuine banking sites

• Authentic social media platforms

• Real government websites

• Counterfeit online shopping sites

What is the purpose of a CAPTCHA in online security?

• To prevent bots from accessing websites

• To increase website loading speed

• To identify phishing attempts

• To encrypt sensitive data

What is a key difference between phishing and pharming attacks?

• The involvement of fake websites

• The use of biometric authentication

• The presence of malware

• The type of personal information targeted

Which biometric factor is considered the most secure for authentication?

• Iris recognition

• Fingerprint scanning

• Voice recognition

• Facial recognition

What is the main goal of a phishing attack?

• To steal personal information

• To promote genuine products

• To enhance online security

• To spread awareness about cyber threats

What is the primary intention of a pharming attack?

• To redirect internet traffic to legitimate websites

• To enhance website performance

• To install malware on users' devices

• To impersonate legitimate websites to steal sensitive information

What is a common characteristic of phishing emails?

• Containing official company logos and branding

• Addressing recipients by their full name

• Requesting sensitive information via email

• Providing valid contact information for support

How do fake websites typically lure users into providing their credentials?

• Offering free giveaways

• Providing accurate information

• Promising job opportunities

• Creating a sense of urgency