Lookalike Letters Phishing Attacks

Lookalike Letters Phishing Attacks

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Information Technology (IT), Architecture

University

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The video tutorial explains the concept of 'alike letters phishing,' where hackers use similar-looking characters from different alphabets to create deceptive URLs. It highlights the ease with which users can be tricked into visiting malicious websites and the potential risks involved, such as credential theft. The tutorial advises vigilance, careful examination of URLs, and awareness of unusual characters to prevent falling victim to such phishing attacks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main risk associated with alike letters phishing?

It can slow down internet speed.

It can redirect users to malicious websites.

It can cause physical harm.

It can lead to software malfunction.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which alphabets are commonly used by hackers to create look-alike domains?

Only the Greek alphabet

Only the Cyrillic alphabet

Greek, Cyrillic, Armenian, and Latin alphabets

Only the Latin alphabet

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do before clicking on a URL to ensure it's safe?

Check the website's loading speed

Look at the website's images

Hover over the URL to read it carefully

Check the website's color scheme

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common sign of a phishing URL?

It contains misspellings or unusual characters

It has a very short length

It uses bright colors

It loads very quickly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to examine the URL of a website before entering sensitive information?

To increase the website's popularity

To ensure the website loads faster

To verify the website's authenticity and avoid phishing

To improve the website's design