Cybersecurity Basics for Grade 6 Students

What is the NEW recommended minimum length for a strong password?

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• 12

What is phishing and how can you identify a phishing email?

• Phishing emails are always sent from legitimate sources

• Phishing is a type of fishing activity in the ocean

• To identify a phishing email, look for perfect grammar and spelling

• Phishing is a type of cyber attack where scammers send fraudulent emails to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information. To identify a phishing email, look for suspicious sender addresses, grammatical errors, urgent requests for personal information, and unfamiliar links or attachments.

What are common signs that your device may be infected with malware?

• Slow performance, frequent crashes, unusual pop-up messages, unfamiliar icons or programs, unauthorized changes to settings

• Authorized changes to settings

• Familiar icons or programs

• Fast performance, no crashes

Why is it important to secure your home Wi-Fi network with a strong password?

• It is important to secure your home Wi-Fi network with a strong password to prevent unauthorized access and protect personal information.

• To make it easier for neighbors to connect

• To increase internet speed

• To allow hackers to access personal information easily

How can you protect yourself from social engineering attacks over the phone?

• Always provide personal information over the phone

• Immediately follow instructions without verifying the caller

• Ignore any suspicious behavior during the call

• Be cautious of unsolicited calls, verify caller identity, avoid sharing personal information, be wary of urgent requests, and educate yourself on social engineering tactics.

Why is it important to regularly update your antivirus software?

• To make your computer run faster

• Because it's fun to do

• To save money on electricity bills

• To protect against the latest threats and vulnerabilities.

What is a VPN and how does it help in securing your online activities?

• A VPN secures online activities by selling user data to third parties.

• A VPN secures online activities by slowing down internet speed and causing lags.

• A VPN secures online activities by displaying users' real IP addresses.

• A VPN secures online activities by encrypting data transfers, masking IP addresses, and providing anonymity.

What is two-factor authentication and why is it important for account security?

• Two-factor authentication is important for account security because it adds an extra layer of protection beyond just a password, making it significantly harder for hackers to gain access to an account.

• Two-factor authentication is only necessary for social media accounts, not for financial accounts.

• Two-factor authentication is a feature that slows down account access and is not worth the hassle.

• Two-factor authentication is a marketing gimmick with no real security benefits.

What is the purpose of a firewall in network security?

• The purpose of a firewall in network security is to monitor and control network traffic based on security rules to prevent unauthorized access and attacks.

• Firewalls are used to increase network speed

• Firewalls are designed to enhance network connectivity

• Firewalls are primarily used for data storage

How can you avoid falling for a fake website designed to steal your personal information?

• Ignore the website's security certificate warnings

• Click on any link received via email

• Be cautious of spelling errors in the URL, ensure it has a secure connection, verify contact information, avoid excessive personal information requests, and use antivirus software.

• Provide all personal information requested