Email Security Quiz

What is a common characteristic of a spear-phishing email?

• It is sent to a large number of recipients

• It targets a specific individual or organization

• It contains generic greetings like “Dear Customer”

• It always includes an attachment

Which of the following actions can help protect against email threats?

• Using the same password for all accounts

• Enabling two-factor authentication

• Ignoring suspicious emails

• Disabling email filters

What should you do if you accidentally click on a suspicious link in an email?

• Close the email and forget about it

• Report the incident to your IT department immediately

• Forward the email to your colleagues

• Reply to the email asking for clarification

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for email security?

• Regularly updating your email password

• Using public Wi-Fi to access your email

• Being cautious of unsolicited attachments

• Verifying unexpected requests for personal information

What is the primary purpose of a ransomware email?

• To steal personal information

• To encrypt the recipient’s files and demand payment for decryption

• To promote a product or service

• To send spam messages

Which of the following is a sign that an email might be a scam?

• The email is from a trusted colleague

• The email asks for sensitive information urgently

• The email contains a familiar company logo

• The email is written in a professional tone

What is the best way to verify the authenticity of an email from a known contact?

• Reply to the email asking if it is legitimate

• Call the contact using a known phone number

• Forward the email to your IT department

• Click on any links in the email to check their validity

Which of the following is a good practice when creating an email password?

• Using a mix of letters, numbers, and special characters

• Using your birthdate or a common word

• Keeping the same password for years

• Writing it down on a sticky note near your computer

What is phishing?

• A type of fishing technique

• A method used to steal personal information via email

• A way to improve email security

• A type of email encryption

Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?

• The email is from a known contact

• The email contains spelling and grammatical errors

• The email has a professional tone

• The email includes a company logo