Cyber Security Quiz

Which of the following is an example of social engineering?

• Malware

• Encryption

• Firewall

• Phishing

What is social engineering?

• A method used by attackers to manipulate individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that may compromise security.

• A technique used by hackers to physically break into buildings and steal information.

• A type of marketing strategy used to promote products on social media platforms.

• A form of psychological manipulation used by therapists to help individuals overcome social anxiety.

What is a phishing attack?

• A type of virus that infects computers

• A type of fishing that involves catching phish

• A type of social media platform

• A fraudulent message sent to trick the recipient into revealing sensitive information or clicking on a malicious link.

Is a person who breaks into computers, usually by gaining access to administrative controls.

• Hacker

• User

• Gamer

• Developer

Which type of software is designed to damage or disrupt systems?

• Antivirus

• Malware

• Operating System

• Database Management System

Olivia downloaded a program that attached itself to a host file on her computer and started replicating itself. What is this program called?

• Virus

• Worm

• Trojan

• Backdoor

An unethical hacker

• White hat

• Black hat

• Grey hat

What is the purpose of malware detection and prevention?

• To identify and eliminate malicious software or code

• To provide additional features and functionalities to computer systems

• To enhance the performance of computer systems

• To protect computer systems from viruses and malware

What is the primary purpose of a 'CAPTCHA' test on a website?

• To provide users with website navigation assistance

• To enhance the website's search engine optimization

• To distinguish human users from automated bots

• To encrypt user data submitted through web forms

What is data encryption?

• The process of converting data into audio files

• The process of converting data into video files

• The process of converting data into images

• The process of converting plain text or data into a coded form that can only be accessed or understood by authorized parties.