Password Security and Online Safety Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password?

• Short and easy to remember

• Contains personal information like birthdays

• Long, unpredictable, and includes a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

• Made up of simple dictionary words

What is the purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA)?

• To increase the speed of login

• To add an additional layer of security by requiring two forms of identification

• To save passwords for easier access

• To allow access from multiple devices

Which of these is NOT a common password threat?

• Phishing attacks

• Brute force attacks

• Malware

• Encryption

Which of the following passwords would likely be the strongest?

• Password123

• john2023

• $3cur3Pa$$w0rd!

• iloveyou

What should you avoid when creating a password?

• Including symbols and numbers

• Using personal information

• Making it at least 12 characters long

• Using different passwords for different accounts

How does a phishing attack generally work?

• Hackers use multiple computers to guess passwords

• An email or message tricks users into sharing personal information

• It hides malicious software on your device

• It keeps passwords encrypted

Why is it important to use different passwords for different accounts?

• It makes passwords easier to remember

• It reduces risk if one password is compromised

• It's a legal requirement

• It's necessary to track user activity

What is a Passkey and how is it used?

• A code that replaces passwords using biometrics or devices for authentication

• A device used to reset passwords

• A code that users must change every month

• A type of two-factor authentication tool that emails a password

Which of the following is a main advantage of using Passkeys over traditional passwords?

• They're easier to guess

• They allow users to log in without needing a password, often using biometrics

• They can be shared across multiple users for convenience

• They reduce the need for encryption

What is CAPTCHA used for?

• To encrypt user data

• To verify that a user is human, not a bot

• To store passwords securely

• To enable two-factor authentication