Cyber Lesson 4

Lori clicked on an attachment that she thought was from her manager. Later she found out it was a fake email. Without knowing, she did some work on network files. The next day Lori and team members had issues with their monitors. What type of malware was likely installed by the attachment?

• Virus
• Worm
• Trojan
• Ransomware

Jeff bought a smartphone. The store told him to install phone updates as soon as they are released. This will help protect the phone from malware. Why?

• Malware is software or code that can damage a device, online account or network.
• Malware is software that will assign a copyright to every image on your device.
• Malware will ensure that the cell towers treat your calls as a high priority.
• Malware will ensure that data uploaded to the Internet or app is protected.

Mary received a text from stranger who said they were with her mother who was hurt in a car accident. The stranger wants to bring Mary’s mom home, but her mom doesn’t remember the house address. What type of social engineering tactic is this?

• Pretexting
• Pharming
• Phishing
• Baiting

Why is malware dangerous?

• It can install hidden applications that share your personal information without your permission.
• It can track your personal preferences and passwords.
• It can lock you out of your computer, until you pay a ransom fee.
• It can keep you from accessing web sites you want to see.

Why are computer viruses dangerous?

• They can run programs that may harm your computer or allow hackers to access your computer.
• They will try to sell you things you do not want.
• They can invalidate your other software licences.
• They will cause your browser to popup advertisements

The network was attacked by a cybercriminal and no one can access their files until money is paid. What type of malware likely gained access to the network?

• Ransomware
• Worm
• Adware
• Spyware

You receive an e-mail from a good friend. It tells you go look at a website where they found surf boards for sale. You know your friend is not interested in surfing.  What kind of common threat is this message?

• Pharming
• Virus
• Malware
• Phishing

Which of the following is the strongest password?

• wiNt2re024!Z
• wiNt2r#24
• wiNt2re024!
• wiNt2r#24

Joey needs to create a new password. Which of the following is the best example of a strong password?

• $pid3rWebs0cK
• SmithJoey_12age
• 1098765432Jo
• p@ssw0rD

Jordan’s smartphone was stolen from his gym locker but isn’t worried about PII being stolen. What did Jordan likely do to keep his PII safe?

• He locks his phone with a PIN and can erase his data using an app that is installed on the phone.
• He backed up his data in the cloud and is hopeful that the police will recover his phone soon.
• He had Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned off on his phone and has a recent backup of his phone available.
• He only used his phone to access his school account to check grades and sign up for classes.