Cyber Security Quiz for Students

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in network security?

• To encrypt data

• To block unauthorised access

• To analyse malware

• To detect phishing attempts

Which of the following is a common type of malware?

• Firewall

• Antivirus

• Trojan horse

• Encryption key

What is phishing?

• A method of encrypting data

• A technique used to steal sensitive information

• A type of malware

• A network security protocol

Which protocol is commonly used to secure data transmission over the internet?

• HTTP

• FTP

• HTTPS

• SMTP

What is the main function of data encryption?

• To increase data size

• To protect data from unauthorised access

• To speed up data transmission

• To compress data

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

• A well-known sender

• A request for personal information

• A secure website link

• A professional email signature

What is a common method used to analyse malware?

• Data encryption

• Sandboxing

• Phishing

• Firewall configuration

Which of the following is a network security measure?

• Using a VPN

• Opening all ports

• Disabling firewalls

• Sharing passwords

What does SSL stand for in the context of data encryption?

• Secure Socket Layer

• Simple Secure Layer

• Secure System Link

• System Socket Layer

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

• Virus

• Worm

• Firewall

• Spyware