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CYBER SECURITY AND DATA PRIVACY

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access

a)

A. Firewall

b)

B. Encryption

c)

C. Decryption

d)

D. Authentication

2.

In the context of data privacy regulations, what does "PII" stand for?

a)

A. Personal Internet Information

b)

B. Personally Identifiable Information

c)

C. Private Internet Identification

d)

D. Protected Identity Information

3.

Which of the following is an example of biometric authentication?

a)

b)

c)

d)

4.
  1. Which of the following is a common cybersecurity threat?

a)

A. A secure password

b)

B. Strong encryption

c)

C. Regular software updates

d)

D. Malware

5.

What type of cyberattack typically involves encrypting a victim's data and demanding a ransom for decryption?

a)

A. Phishing

b)

B. DDoS attack

c)

C. Ransomware attack

d)

D. SQL injection

6.

It’s all about ensuring data, access and data alteration from unauthorized users.

a)
  1. Information Security

b)

Physical Security

c)

Cyber Security

d)

None of these

7.

It is the practice of shielding the data on the internet from outside of the resource.

a)

Cyber Security

b)

Information Security

c)
  1. Physical Security

d)

None of these

8.

What is the primary purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

a)

To make your internet connection faster

b)

To block access to certain websites

c)

To encrypt and secure your online communication and data

d)

To increase your computer's processing power

9.

What term is used to describe the practice of gaining unauthorized access to confidential data by searching through discarded printed documents?


a)

Phishing

b)

Dumpster diving

c)

Malware attack

d)

Social engineering

10.

What does the term "two-factor authentication" (2FA) refer to?

a)

 Using two different devices to access the internet.

b)

Using two different passwords for the same account.

c)

Combining a password with a second verification method, like a text message code.

d)

Having two separate accounts for added security