Kuiz ICT: Information Assurance and Security

What is the meaning of 'Information Assurance'?

• The process of stealing data from users

• Practices to protect the integrity, availability, authenticity, and confidentiality of data

• Dissemination of false information online

• Techniques to hack systems

What are the main threats in ICT security?

• Data backup

• Formatting hard drives

• Malware, phishing, data theft, and system attacks

• Installing antivirus

Phishing is...

• Buying goods online

• Sending ordinary messages to friends

• Attempting to deceive users into revealing personal information

• Downloading apps from Google Play

Which of the following is an example of a high-risk file that carries malware?

• .txt

• .exe

• .jpg

• .mp3

What is 'Email Spoofing'?

• Saving messages as drafts

• Using a fake email that looks like it's from a trusted source

• Sending official emails

• Encrypting email messages

What is a SAFE step when using email?

• Click all links in the email

• Open attachments from unknown senders

• Report phishing emails to the email provider

• Save all passwords in email

What is HTTPS?

• A connection without security

• Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure

• A type of computer virus

• Free antivirus

What symbol indicates a secure website?

• 🔓

• ❗

• 🔒

• 📂

What is the risk of browsing fake websites?

• Getting free vouchers

• Automatically installing malware

• Increased internet speed

• Receiving promotional emails

What is an UNSAFE action when using a public web browser?

• Log out after use

• Save passwords on public computers

• Use incognito mode

• Clear browser cache