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Cybersecurity Review

Total questions: 36

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols contributes significantly to password strength.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Using a series of unrelated words as a password is more secure than using a single common word.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

Monitoring your credit report regularly is essential for detecting potential identity theft early.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Is it secure to use a unique password for each of your accounts?

a)

Yes

b)

No

5.

Is a work created by an employee during employment automatically owned by the employer?

a)

Yes

b)

No

6.

Copyright laws are designed to provide creators with exclusive rights to their works.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

Is it considered plagiarism to use someone else's work without permission and claim it as your own, potentially facing legal repercussions?

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Antivirus software is designed to detect and eliminate computer viruses.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Computer viruses can come in various forms, each designed to affect your system in different ways.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

Performing regular updates on software is crucial for enhancing security measures against potential threats.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Biometric authentication methods can include fingerprint scanning, facial recognition, and iris recognition.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Is the use of a password and a fingerprint scan to access an account an example of multi-factor authentication?

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Materials available through Open Access can be freely accessed and used by anyone around the world.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

Works that are not protected by copyright law and can be freely used by anyone are considered to be in what domain?

a)

Private Domain

b)

Public Domain

c)

Protected Domain

d)

Secure Domain

15.

Software that allows users to view and modify its source code is known as Open Source software.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Does the Creative Commons license allow creators to retain copyright while offering others the ability to copy, distribute, and make some uses of their work?

a)

Yes

b)

No

17.

What practices should you follow to enhance the security of your online accounts? Choose all correct answers.

a)

Regularly update your passwords

b)

Share your passwords with trusted family members only

c)

Enable multi-factor authentication whenever possible

d)

Use the same password for all accounts for easy recall

e)

Incorporate a mix of characters, numbers, and symbols in your passwords

18.

Identify the methods that constitute multi-factor authentication. Choose all correct answers.

a)

Using a fingerprint scan along with entering a PIN

b)

Requiring a security question answer for login

c)

Utilizing a physical security token in addition to a password

d)

Setting the same password for multiple accounts

19.

Identify the factors that are considered when evaluating Fair Use in a legal context. Choose all correct answers.

a)

The purpose and character of the usage, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes

b)

The nature of the copyrighted material

c)

The amount and substantiality of the portion used in comparison to the copyrighted work as a whole

d)

The educational level of the user

e)

The impact of the use on the market for or value of the copyrighted work

20.

Which of the following practices can help protect your computer from malware? Choose all correct answers.

a)

Regularly updating your operating system and software

b)

Opening email attachments from unknown senders

c)

Enabling firewall settings

d)

Downloading apps only from official platforms

e)

Sharing your passwords with friends for convenience

21.

Which of the following methods can lead to the transmission of computer viruses? Choose all correct answers.

a)

Opening email attachments

b)

Downloading files from the internet

c)

Installing software from untrusted sources

d)

Using external storage devices

e)

Clicking on pop-up advertisements

22.

What are common indicators that your computer might be infected with malware? Choose all that apply.

a)

Unexpected software installs

b)

Slow computer performance

c)

Changes to your homepage

d)

Regular software updates

23.

Which of the following would most likely be considered Public Domain material?

a)

A recently released blockbuster movie

b)

An original painting from the 17th century

c)

A novel published three decades ago by a well-known author

d)

A popular video game released last year

24.

After the original creator of a copyrighted work passes away, for how many years does the copyright protection extend in the United States?

a)

70 years

b)

50 years

c)

120 years

d)

Life of the creator plus 30 years

25.

Which method involves systematically checking all possible passwords until the correct one is found?

a)

DDoS Attack

b)

Brute Force Attack

c)

Social Engineering

d)

Ransomware

26.

What is the term for the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers?

a)

Spoofing

b)

Pharming

c)

Phishing

d)

Ransomware

27.

What term describes software designed to gain unauthorized access or cause damage to a computer?

a)

Spyware

b)

Adware

c)

Malware

d)

Ransomware

28.

What type of malware presents unwanted advertisements to the user?

a)

Spyware

b)

Adware

29.

Which type of malware is a piece of code designed to repeat a task over and over again, overwhelming a system?

a)

Trojans

b)

Bad Bots

c)

Adware

d)

Ransomware

30.

What kind of malicious software locks you out of your files and demands payment to regain access?

a)

Spyware

b)

Ransomware

c)

Worms

d)

Viruses

31.

What kind of malicious software pretends to be legitimate software to trick users into installing it on their systems?

a)

Spyware

b)

Worms

c)

Trojans

d)

Keyloggers

32.

Which of the following best describes a keylogger?

a)

A device that monitors and records each keystroke on a computer

b)

A tool for repairing computer keyboards

c)

Software that enhances typing speed

d)

A security system for keyboards

33.

Which method involves fraudsters impersonating a legitimate institution via email to steal personal information?

a)

Smishing

b)

Vishing

c)

Phishing

d)

Spoofing

34.

Which action increases the risk of downloading malware onto your computer?

a)

Regularly updating your software

b)

Downloading attachments from unknown emails

c)

Using strong, unique passwords for your accounts

d)

Installing antivirus software

35.

Which term describes software designed specifically to damage or disrupt a system, such as a virus or a trojan?

a)

Antivirus

b)

Malware

c)

Firewall

d)

Debugger

36.

Name TWO examples of biometric passwords.

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