Understanding Hacking and Security Risks

What is meant by hacking?

• The process of creating software applications.

• Unauthorized access to or manipulation of computer systems.

• The legal use of software for educational purposes.

• The installation of antivirus software.

Is hacking always an illegal act? Justify your answer.

• Yes, hacking is always illegal and punishable by law.

• No, hacking can be legal if done with permission, such as ethical hacking.

• Yes, hacking is illegal unless done by government agencies.

• No, hacking is legal if it is done for educational purposes.

Discuss the advantages of using contactless credit and debit cards.

• They are more secure than traditional cards.

• They offer faster transactions and convenience.

• They eliminate the need for a PIN.

• They are immune to all types of fraud.

Discuss the disadvantages of using contactless credit and debit cards with particular reference to data security.

• They are completely secure and have no disadvantages.

• They can be easily lost or stolen, leading to unauthorized transactions.

• They require a PIN for every transaction, which can be inconvenient.

• They are more expensive to use than traditional cards.

What are the main differences between cracking and hacking?

• Cracking is legal, while hacking is illegal.

• Hacking involves breaking into systems, while cracking involves breaking encryption or software protection.

• Cracking is done for ethical reasons, while hacking is always malicious.

• There are no differences; they are the same.

What are pop-ups when visiting a website? Are they a security risk?

• Pop-ups are advertisements and are always safe.

• Pop-ups are additional browser windows that can sometimes be a security risk.

• Pop-ups are notifications from the operating system and are harmless.

• Pop-ups are error messages and pose no security threat.

What are cookies? Do cookies pose a security threat?

• Cookies are small text files stored on a user's device and can pose a privacy risk.

• Cookies are viruses that infect computers.

• Cookies are harmless and do not affect security.

• Cookies are software applications used for browsing.

Describe session cookies.

• Cookies that last indefinitely until manually deleted.

• Cookies that are deleted when the browser is closed.

• Cookies that are used by third-party advertisers.

• Cookies that store user passwords.

Describe permanent cookies.

• Cookies that are deleted when the browser is closed.

• Cookies that last indefinitely until manually deleted.

• Cookies that are used by third-party advertisers.

• Cookies that store user passwords.

Why must the correct procedures be carried out when removing a memory stick from a computer?

• To ensure the memory stick is not physically damaged.

• To prevent data corruption or loss.

• To avoid voiding the warranty of the memory stick.

• To ensure the computer does not overheat.