Cybersecurity AT (Revision)

What does the term "phishing" refer to in cybersecurity?

• Phishing refers to a cyber attack that seeks to obtain sensitive information by deceiving users.
• Phishing is a method of securing data through encryption.
• Phishing refers to a type of malware that infects computers.
• Phishing is a technique used to enhance network performance.

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

• To promote social media engagement.
• To increase the speed of internet connections.
• To enhance user experience on websites.
• To protect systems and data from cyber threats.

​ (a)   cybersecurity is the process of ​ (b)   into a ​ (c)   so only people with the ​ (d)   can read it. It ​ (e)   from hackers and keeps information safe when stored or sent online.

• Encryption in
• changing information
• secret code
• correct key or password
• protects data

The purpose of ​ (a)   (2FA) is to add an extra layer ​ (b)   by requiring ​ (c)   (like a password and a code sent to your phone). This makes it harder for​ (d)   to access accounts, even if they know the password.

• two-factor authentication
• of security
• two forms of identification
• hackers

​ (a)   in cybersecurity is when ​ (b)   into giving​ (c)   (like passwords or bank details) by ​ (d)   , such as tech support or a friend.

• Social engineering
• attackers trick people
• away private information
• pretending to be someone they trust

What is the purpose of regular software updates in cybersecurity?

• To comply with industry regulations and standards.
• The purpose of regular software updates in cybersecurity is to patch vulnerabilities and enhance security.
• To improve software performance and speed.
• To add new features and functionalities.

What is the term for the practice of tricking individuals into providing sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity?

• Spoofing
• Phishing or social engineering

• Scamming or social engineering

• Hacking or social engineering

What is the purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA)?

• To simplify the login process for users.
• To provide a single point of access for all accounts.
• The purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA) is to provide an additional layer of security to protect user accounts from unauthorized access.
• To eliminate the need for passwords altogether.

What is the purpose of regular software updates in cybersecurity?

• To add new features unrelated to security.
• To improve software performance and speed.
• To increase the size of the software package.
• To patch vulnerabilities and enhance security against new threats.

What does the term "data breach" mean in cybersecurity?

• A data breach is a method of data encryption.
• A data breach refers to a software update process.
• A data breach is an incident where unauthorized access to sensitive data occurs.
• A data breach is a type of cybersecurity training.