Cybersecurity

What is the primary purpose of strong passwords?

• To make it easier to remember

• To protect sensitive information

• To impress friends and colleagues

• To comply with regulations

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password?

• Using common words or phrases

• Including personal information such as birthdates

• Using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols

• Reusing the same password for multiple accounts

What is multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

• Using multiple passwords for the same account

• Requiring users to authenticate with multiple devices

• Using a combination of different authentication methods

• Allowing unlimited login attempts

Which of the following is a common method for creating strong passwords?

• Using dictionary words

• Using personal information

• Creating passphrases

• Using the same password for all accounts

What is a passphrase?

• A short and simple password

• A series of random characters

• A sentence or phrase used as a password

• A biometric authentication method

How can password managers improve password security?

• Storing passwords in plain text

• Generating and storing complex passwords

• Sharing passwords with others

• Using the same password for all accounts

What is the benefit of using a password manager?

• It eliminates the need for passwords

• It reduces the risk of password reuse

• It provides unlimited password attempts

• It makes passwords easier to remember

What is a white-hat hacker?

• A hacker who uses their skills for malicious purposes

• A hacker who hacks into systems without authorization

• A hacker who follows ethical guidelines and assists in finding security vulnerabilities

• A hacker who operates in the gray area between legal and illegal activities

What is the primary motivation of black-hat hackers?

• Financial gain

• Ethical principles

• Public recognition

• Research purposes

What is a script kiddie?

• An inexperienced hacker who uses pre-written scripts or tools

• A highly skilled hacker who develops their own tools and exploits

• A hacker who primarily targets government agencies

• A hacker who specializes in social engineering attacks