Understanding Potential Risks in Cybersecurity and Prevention Strategies

What is the definition of cybersecurity?

• D. Protecting data from social engineering

• A. Protecting only networks from unauthorized access

• B. Protecting networks, computers, programs, and data from attack, damage, and unauthorized access

• C. Protecting computers from malware

Which of the following is an example of social engineering technique?

• A. Virus

• D. Spyware

• B. Phishing

• C. Firewall

What is the term used for any computer code written with the intent to cause damage, disruption, or inconvenience?

• D. Authentication

• B. Malware

• A. Firewall

• C. Encryption

What is a common security threat related to passwords?

• A. Strong and unique passwords

• D. Biometric authentication

• B. Weak and default passwords

• C. Multi-factor authentication

What is the term for any secondary storage device which can easily introduce harmful software to a network?

• A. Optical disks

• B. Memory cards

• D. Portable desktop hard drives

• C. USB pens

What is the potential risk of using out-of-date software?

• C. Vulnerability to malware

• B. Enhanced security

• A. Increased performance

• D. Improved user experience

Which of the following is NOT a social engineering technique?

• B. Phishing

• A. Blagging

• C. Shoulder surfing

• D. Malware

What is the term for the process of manipulating people to give up confidential information?

• B. Social engineering

• A. Malicious code

• C. Default passwords

• D. Misconfigured access rights

What is the potential risk of using weak and default passwords?

• A. Increased security

• D. Improved user experience

• B. Unauthorized access

• C. Enhanced performance

What is the term for the process of protecting networks, computers, programs, and data from attack, damage, and unauthorized access?

• B. Malware protection

• D. Access rights management

• A. Cybersecurity

• C. Social engineering