Cyber Crime on the Increase

The video discusses the growing addiction to smartphones and the security risks they pose, such as phishing and spear phishing. It highlights the ease with which hackers can access personal data through fake networks and the significant economic impact of cybercrime. The video also provides statistics on cybercrime in the UK and suggests that turning off smartphones is the only sure way to protect against hackers.

What is a major risk associated with the growing use of smartphones?

• They are too expensive for most people.

• They have a short battery life.

• They can be used to access fake wireless networks.

• They can easily overheat.

What technique did Jason Hart use to demonstrate smartphone vulnerability?

• He set up a fake Wi-Fi hotspot.

• He physically stole the phone.

• He hacked into a government database.

• He used a virus to infect the phone.

What is spear phishing?

• A way to protect your smartphone from hackers.

• A method of hacking into bank accounts.

• A targeted form of phishing aimed at a specific individual.

• A type of fishing in the ocean.

How does cybercrime financially impact businesses in the UK?

• It causes minor inconveniences.

• It leads to a loss of 21 billion pounds.

• It has no significant impact.

• It results in a loss of 2.2 billion pounds.

What is the only sure way to protect smartphones from hackers, according to the video?

• Install antivirus software.

• Keep them in airplane mode.

• Switch them off.

• Use a strong password.