Cybersecurity Best Practices

What is phishing?

• Phishing is a type of gardening technique.

• Phishing is a type of cyber attack involving fraudulent emails or messages.

• Phishing is a type of fishing in the ocean.

• Phishing is a type of dance move.

Why is it important to use strong and unique passwords for each online account?

• To prevent unauthorized access and protect sensitive information.

• Sharing passwords with friends and family is a good practice.

• Using weak and common passwords enhances security.

• Reusing the same password for multiple accounts is recommended.

What is a VPN and how does it help in securing network connections?

• A VPN secures network connections by slowing down internet speed.

• A VPN secures network connections by encrypting data transmitted between the user's device and the VPN server.

• A VPN secures network connections by sharing user data with third parties.

• A VPN secures network connections by blocking all incoming traffic.

Explain the concept of data encryption and why it is crucial for cybersecurity.

• Data encryption is only necessary for large corporations

• Data encryption slows down network speed

• Data encryption is primarily used for entertainment purposes

• Data encryption is essential for maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of data, especially when transmitted over networks or stored on devices. It helps prevent unauthorized access and protects against data breaches.

What are some common types of malware and how can they be prevented?

• Download software from unknown sources

• Click on every link received in emails

• Use reputable antivirus software, keep software up to date, be cautious of email attachments and links, avoid suspicious websites, and practice safe browsing habits.

• Disable antivirus software

How can you identify a phishing email?

• By clicking on all links in the email

• By checking for generic greetings, urgent language, suspicious links, mismatched URLs, and poor grammar/spelling.

• By trusting the sender's display name

• By replying with personal information

What are some best practices for password management?

• Storing passwords in an unencrypted document

• Using the same password for all accounts

• Using unique passwords for each account, using a password manager, enabling two-factor authentication, regularly updating passwords, avoiding sharing passwords, being cautious of phishing attempts

• Ignoring password expiration policies

What measures can be taken to secure a home network?

• Setting strong passwords, enabling network encryption, updating router firmware regularly, disabling remote management, using a firewall, and implementing network segmentation.

• Disabling all security features

• Leaving default passwords unchanged

• Sharing network credentials with strangers

Why is it important to regularly update software and security patches?

• To increase the risk of cyber attacks

• To save time and effort

• To fix vulnerabilities and bugs, and protect against potential threats.

• To slow down the system performance

How can you protect sensitive data when using public Wi-Fi networks?

• Share sensitive data freely

• Use unsecured websites

• Use a VPN, avoid accessing sensitive information, ensure HTTPS

• Disable all security settings