Mastering Internet Security Concepts

What is phishing and how does it work?

• Phishing is a cyber attack

• Phishing is a technique used to enhance online privacy and security.

• Phishing is a method of securing sensitive information through legitimate emails.

• Phishing is a type of software that protects against cyber attacks.

What are common signs of a phishing email?

• Emails with personalized greetings

• Clear and concise language

• Requests for feedback on services

• poor spelling and grammar, requests for personal information, and suspicious links or attachments.

Define social engineering in the context of cybersecurity.

• Social engineering is the psychological manipulation of people to obtain confidential information for fraudulent purposes.

• The process of encrypting data to protect it from unauthorized access.

• A technique for improving user awareness about phishing attacks.

• A method to enhance network security by using strong passwords.

What is the purpose of a firewall in network security?

• To protect networks by controlling traffic and preventing unauthorized access.

• To monitor employee internet usage.

• To enhance internet speed by caching data.

• To provide a backup for network devices.

Name two common network security protocols.

• HTTP, FTP

• SMTP, SNMP

• SSL, IPsec

• SSH, Telnet

What does HTTPS stand for and why is it important?

• HyperText Transfer Protocol

• HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure

• HyperText Transfer Protocol Securely

• HyperText Transfer Protocol Standard

List three best practices for maintaining cybersecurity.

• Use the same password for all accounts.

• Ignore software updates to save time.

• Avoid discussing cybersecurity with colleagues.

• Use strong and unique passwords and update software and systems. .

Why is it important to update software regularly?

• To enhance security, improve performance, and ensure compatibility.

• To increase the number of advertisements in the software.

• To reduce the size of the software files.

• To make the software look more modern.

What are the characteristics of a strong password?

• A strong password should only contain letters.

• A strong password is only 6 characters long.

• A strong password must include your birthdate.

• A strong password includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.

How can you securely store your passwords?

• Use a password manager and enable two-factor authentication.

• Write your passwords on sticky notes and keep them on your desk.

• Store your passwords in an unencrypted text file on your computer.

• Use the same password for all your accounts for convenience.