Security Awareness Quiz

You have opened or downloaded an attachment that seems suspicious. What should you do first according to cybersecurity best practices?

• Forward the email to IT Security/Helpdesk, mark it as junk, and block the email sender.

• Disconnect from the internal/internet network.

• Change your credentials immediately.

• Shut down your computer and notify your supervisor.

What is a common first step attackers take before launching a cyberattack?

• Send spam emails

• Install malware

• Gather information about the target (reconnaissance)

• Encrypt all files

What is the potential impact of data theft on individuals and organizations?

• Improved reputation

• Financial loss

• Enhanced cybersecurity

• Decreased productivity

Which of the following is NOT a common attacker behaviour?

• Reconnaissance

• System updates and patching

• Lateral movement

• Data exfiltration

What is the primary goal of malware?

• To enhance the security of a computer system

• To steal data or disrupt the normal functioning of a computer, server, or network without the user's knowledge or consent

• To create backup copies of important data

• To improve the performance of the computer system

Which of the following is a good practice for creating strong passwords?

• Use your birthday

• Use the word “password”

• Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols in a human phrase

• Use a line from your favourite song

What is phishing?

• A way to back up data

• A type of cyberattack that tricks users into giving personal information

• Encrypting your files

• Surfing the web anonymously

Why should you avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive activities like banking?

• It’s slow

• It can be insecure and monitored by attackers

• You may be charged money

• It doesn't work in browsers

How often should you update your software and operating systems?

• Once a year

• Only if your system crashes

• Whenever updates are available

• When the IT team comes after me

What’s the safest way to verify a link in an email?

• Click it and see where it leads

• Hover over the link to inspect the URL before clicking

• Ignore it

• Forward it to IT