Unit 8 Review - Cybersecurity & Global Impacts

Which of the following is NOT a common cybersecurity threat?

• Phishing

• Keylogging

• Encryption

• Malware

TRUE/FALSE: A privacy policy is a legal document that protects companies by outlining how they use "user" data.

• True

• False

What type of encryption uses two keys, one for encryption and a different one for decryption?

• Caesar's Cipher

• Symmetric Key Encryption

• Public Key Encryption

• Simple Substitution Cipher

What is the primary benefit of using MFA (multi-factor authentication)?

• It speeds up the login process.

• It completely eliminates the risk of hacking.

• It adds an extra layer of security, making it harder for unauthorized users to gain access.

• It simplifies password management.

What is the process of decoding an encrypted message called ?

• Encryption

• Hacking

• Decryption

• Ciphering

TRUE/FALSE: Updating the software on your devices is not considered a good security practice.

• True

• False

A user connects to a Wi-Fi network that appears to be from their company, but it was not installed by the IT department. This is most likely an example of:

• A virtual private network (VPN)

• A legitimate public Wi-Fi hotspot

• A rogue access point

• A firewall

TRUE/FALSE: Keylogging software records a user's keystrokes, potentially capturing sensitive information like passwords.

• True

• False