Cyber Security

What does cybersecurity aim to protect against?

• Data theft

• Identity theft

• Malware

• All of the above

Multi-factor authentication requires:

• Multiple passwords

• Email verification

• Biometric factor

• At least two verification factors

Keeping software updated helps prevent:

• Reduced electricity consumption
• Security vulnerabilities and performance issues.
• Enhanced user experience
• Increased software compatibility

Antivirus software uses which methods to detect threats?

• Signature-based detection

• Heuristic analysis

• Sandboxing

• All of the above

Firewalls help control access based on:

• IP addresses

• Protocols

• Port numbers

• All of the above

Private browsing mode prevents:

• Enabling faster internet speed
• Enhancing website security
• Blocking pop-up ads
• Storing browsing history, cookies, site data, form data, passwords, and tracking by websites

Backup solutions protect against:

• Data theft

• Ransomware

• Hardware failures

• All of the above

What is considered best practice for creating strong passwords?

• Create passwords with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters, avoiding easily guessable information.
• Use the same password for all accounts to avoid forgetting them
• Share passwords with friends and family for easy access
• Create passwords using only dictionary words without any special characters

Phishing involves:

• Fake emails/sites to steal user data

• Denial of service

• Asking for permission before collecting personal information
• Providing accurate information on a website

Spam emails may contain:

• Tracking links

• Malware payloads

• Phishing content

• All of the above