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Cybersecurity Quiz

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is phishing?

a)

A type of cyber attack where attackers impersonate a trustworthy entity to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information.

b)

A type of computer virus that spreads through email attachments.

c)

A type of online shopping scam where fake websites are created to steal credit card information.

d)

A type of fishing technique used to catch large fish.

2.

Which of the following is an example of a social engineering attack?

a)

Phishing

b)

SQL Injection

c)

Denial of Service (DoS)

d)

Malware

3.

What is a common cybersecurity best practice?

a)

Using the same password for multiple accounts.

b)

Disabling firewalls and antivirus software.

c)

Regularly updating software and systems to patch vulnerabilities.

d)

Clicking on suspicious links and attachments.

4.

What is malware?

a)

Malware is a type of software that is used for data backup and recovery.

b)

Malware is a type of software that enhances the performance of computer systems and networks.

c)

Malware is a type of software that helps protect computer systems and networks.

d)

Malware is a type of software that is designed to harm or exploit computer systems and networks.

5.

What is a common example of a social engineering attack?

a)

Malware

b)

Denial of Service

c)

SQL Injection

d)

Phishing

6.

Which of the following is NOT a cybersecurity best practice?

a)

Using the same password for multiple accounts.

b)

Using weak passwords

c)

Clicking on suspicious links or attachments.

d)

Regularly updating software and applications.

7.

What should you do if you suspect a phishing attempt?

a)

Report the suspicious email or website

b)

Click on any links in the email to investigate further.

c)

Provide personal information requested in the email.

d)

Delete the email without opening it.

8.

What is the purpose of a firewall?

a)

The purpose of a firewall is to block all incoming and outgoing network traffic.

b)

The purpose of a firewall is to slow down network connections.

c)

The purpose of a firewall is to monitor network traffic for viruses and malware.

d)

The purpose of a firewall is to protect a network from unauthorized access and potential threats.

9.

What is the primary function of an antivirus software?

a)

An antivirus software is used to enhance the performance of a computer system.

b)

An antivirus software is used to create a backup of data.

c)

An antivirus software is used to detect, prevent, and remove malware.

d)

An antivirus software is used to slow down network connections.

10.

Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?

a)

The email contains poor spelling and grammar.

b)

The email is from a government official.

c)

The email is from a trusted source.

d)

The email contains high-quality images.

11.

Which of the following is a type of malware?

a)

Phishing

b)

SQL Injection

c)

Ransomware

d)

Firewall

12.

What is a common method used by hackers to gain unauthorized access to a system?

a)

Installing antivirus software

b)

Using strong passwords

c)

Regularly updating software

d)

Exploiting system vulnerabilities

13.

What is the main purpose of a VPN?

a)

A VPN is used to enhance the performance of a computer system.

b)

A VPN is used to create a backup of data.

c)

A VPN is used to establish secure and encrypted connections to provide greater privacy.

d)

A VPN is used to slow down network connections.

14.

What is a common method used by hackers to gain unauthorized access to systems?

a)

Using advanced coding skills to bypass security measures.

b)

Guessing the user's password.

c)

Using social engineering techniques to trick users into revealing their credentials.

d)

Asking the system administrator for access.

15.

Which of the following is a common characteristic of a secure password?

a)

It is easy to remember.

b)

It contains a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.

c)

It is the user's birthdate or phone number.

d)

It is the same as the user's username.

16.
What is meant by the term 'white hat hacker'?
a)
Illegal hacker – intent on doing harm, stealing for personal gain e.g. taking credit card details.
b)
Doesn’t necessarily steal but may access IT systems without permission which is still illegal.
c)
Ethical hacker – paid by companies to test their systems fro vulnerabilities.
17.
What is meant by a 'black hat hacker'?
a)
Doesn’t necessarily steal but may access IT systems without permission which is still illegal.
b)
Illegal hacker – intent on doing harm, stealing for personal gain e.g. taking credit card details.
c)
Ethical hacker – paid by companies to test their systems fro vulnerabilities.