Phishing Awareness and Tactics

Phishing Awareness and Tactics

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers, Business, Life Skills

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video tutorial explains phishing, a cyber attack method using deceptive emails and websites to gather personal information. It highlights the goal of phishing, which is to trick recipients into believing the message is legitimate, often by masquerading as a trusted entity. The tutorial discusses a notable phishing attack on John Podesta in 2016 and provides real-world examples of phishing emails, such as account hacks, password resets, payment requests, and charity donations. Viewers are encouraged to study these tactics to better recognize and avoid phishing scams.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of phishing?

To promote online shopping

To improve email security

To gather personal information through deception

To entertain email recipients

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the term 'phish' pronounced?

Like 'fizz'

Like 'fish'

Like 'phase'

Like 'fist'

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common feature of phishing emails that makes them convincing?

They often mimic trusted entities

They contain no spelling errors

They are always sent in bulk

They are always sent from official domains

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the 2016 phishing attack on John Podesta, what tactic did the hackers use?

They sent a fake job offer

They sent a virus attachment

They used a fake login page

They offered a free vacation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common theme in phishing emails that claim 'Your account has been hacked'?

They target publicly available email lists

They offer free software

They are usually sent by friends

They often contain malware

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do phishing emails often include a 'Password reset' request?

To trick users into revealing credentials

To offer a new service

To update software

To confirm email address

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common mistake made by phishing attackers in their messages?

Using too many images

Revealing a lack of understanding of malware

Sending emails at odd hours

Using complex language

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