0984 U5T5 Cybersecurity threats

Isabella is trying to protect her online accounts. Which of the following is a type of cyber security threat that involves attempting to gain unauthorised access to a system by systematically trying all possible passwords?

• Data interception

• Brute-force attack

• Pharming

• Phishing

During a cybersecurity class, Elsie and Muhammad learned about different types of cyber attacks. What is the primary aim of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack?

• To steal sensitive data

• To disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network

• To install malware on a system

• To intercept communications

During a computer science class, Lily asked, 'Which type of malware is specifically designed to spread from one computer to another?'

• Virus

• Spyware

• Adware

• Worm

Neha received an email that appeared to be from her bank, asking her to verify her account information. This is an example of:

• Gaining unauthorised access to a system by trying all possible passwords

• Disrupting the normal traffic of a targeted server

• Tricking individuals into providing sensitive information

• Redirecting users to fraudulent websites

Grace and Eesha are discussing different types of malware in their cybersecurity class. Which of the following is NOT considered a type of malware?

• Virus

• Worm

• Trojan horse

• Data interception

During a cybersecurity class, Sophia asked, 'Which of the following is NOT considered malware?'

• Virus

• Worm

• Trojan horse

• Firewall

Alexander wants to protect his computer from harmful software. Which of the following is a method he should use?

• Installing anti-malware

• Ignoring software updates

• Disabling firewalls

• Using weak passwords

During a cybersecurity class, Samuel asked: 'Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?'

• Spyware

• Adware

• Ransomware

• Encryption

Harry is setting up his new computer. Which of the following is a prevention method for cyber security threats?

• Acceptable use policies

• Downloading files from unknown sources

• Sharing passwords

• Disabling antivirus software

During a cybersecurity class, Ishaan asked, "What are the two words that make up the term 'Malware'?"

• Malicious and Software

• Malicious and Hardware

• Malfunction and Software

• Malfunction and Hardware