MCQs Based on the PPT: Cyber Risks Landscape & Trends

Which of the following is used to protect a computer from unauthorized access through the internet?

• Compiler

• Firewall

• Scanner

• Printer

In the Allianz Life breach case, attackers primarily exploited:

• Software vulnerabilities

• Weak encryption

• Social engineering and human behavior

• Hardware malfunction

What key learning emerges from breaches involving third-party platforms?

• Internal systems are always the main risk

• Third-party vendors can be the weakest link

• Cloud systems are inherently insecure

• Data breaches are unavoidable

Which attack exploits vulnerabilities before they are publicly known?

• Phishing

• Zero-day attack

• Brute force attack

• SQL Injection

According to cyber risk trends presented, which factor significantly increases cyber exposure?

• Reduced internet usage

• Growth of connected devices, apps, and digital payments

• Decline in mobile adoption

• Increased physical security

Which cyber attack type is most commonly associated with business disruption and financial loss?

• Phishing

• Spyware

• Ransomware

• Adware

Why do boards and top executives perceive cyber risk as highly significant?

• Cyber attacks occur infrequently

• Cyber incidents impact financial, operational, legal, and reputational areas simultaneously

• Cyber risks affect only IT departments

• Cyber insurance eliminates all losses

Which of the following is identified as a major cause of cyber attacks in case studies?

• Advanced encryption standards

• Misconfiguration and human errors

• Excessive automation

• Strong governance frameworks

Which practice is most effective in reducing the success of phishing attacks?

• Increasing network bandwidth

• Periodic security awareness and training

• Blocking all external emails

• Limiting device usage

Which statement correctly represents the relationship between threat, vulnerability, and risk in cybersecurity?

• Risk exists only when a threat is present

• Vulnerability alone constitutes cyber risk

• Risk arises when a threat exploits a vulnerability, leading to potential impact

• Threats and vulnerabilities are identical