Cyber Security Basics

What is cyber security?

• Cyber security is a new flavor of ice cream

• Cyber security is the study of bees

• Cyber security is a type of dance

• Cyber security is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.

Why is cyber security important?

• Cyber security is important for protecting sensitive data, preventing unauthorized access, safeguarding privacy, ensuring business continuity, and maintaining trust with customers.

• Cyber security is important for promoting physical fitness

• Cyber security is important for organizing community events

• Cyber security is important for enhancing social media presence

What are the common types of cyber security threats?

• pharming

• keylogging

• malware, phishing, ransomware, DDoS attacks, man-in-the-middle attacks, SQL injection

• spoofing

How can you protect yourself from cyber attacks?

• Clicking on unknown links in emails

• Ignoring software updates

• Follow best practices such as using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, keeping software updated, being cautious of suspicious emails, using security software, and backing up data.

• Using the same password for all accounts

What is the role of encryption in cyber security?

• Encryption helps secure data by converting it into a secure format that can only be accessed with the correct decryption key.

• Encryption has no impact on data security in cyber space.

• Encryption is used to slow down data processing in cyber security.

• Encryption makes data more vulnerable to cyber attacks.

What is a firewall and how does it help in cyber security?

• A firewall helps in cyber security by allowing all incoming connections

• A firewall helps in cyber security by filtering network traffic, blocking malicious incoming connections, and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data.

• A firewall helps in cyber security by sharing sensitive data with unauthorized users

• A firewall helps in cyber security by slowing down network speed

What is the difference between antivirus and antimalware?

• Antivirus software targets viruses, worms, and trojans specifically, while antimalware software covers a wider range of malicious software.

• Antivirus protects against aliens

• Antivirus software only works on weekends

• Antimalware software is made of metal

What is phishing and how can you avoid falling for it?

• Click on any link sent via email without verifying the source

• Verify sender's email, avoid clicking on suspicious links, be cautious of urgent requests for personal information

• Always respond to emails requesting personal information

• Ignore urgent requests for personal information

What is two-factor authentication and why is it important?

• Two-factor authentication is a type of social media platform

• Two-factor authentication is important because it enhances security by adding an extra layer of verification, reducing the risk of unauthorized access to personal or sensitive information.

• Two-factor authentication is not necessary and can be ignored

• Two-factor authentication is only used for entertainment purposes

How can you create strong passwords to enhance cyber security?

• Using only lowercase letters and numbers

• Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Ensure the password is at least 12 characters long and unique for each account.

• Setting the password to be less than 8 characters long

• Reusing the same password for multiple accounts