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Cyber Security Awareness

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is phishing?

a)

Phishing is a type of gardening technique

b)

Phishing is a type of cyber attack where attackers impersonate organizations to trick individuals into providing sensitive information.

c)

Phishing is a type of fishing done in the ocean

d)

Phishing is a type of bird species

2.

How can you identify a phishing email?

a)

By telling your password

b)

By clicking on all links and attachments in the email

c)

By checking for misspelled or suspicious sender email addresses, looking for generic greetings instead of personalized ones, and being cautious of urgent requests for personal information or financial details.

d)

By responding to the email with personal information

3.

What are the common types of malware?

a)

Covid-19, Dengue

b)

Malaria, Viral Fever

c)

3D Shareware

d)

Worms, Trojans

4.

Name a way to protect your computer from malware.

a)

Download software from untrustworthy websites

b)

Click on every pop-up ad you see

c)

Never update your operating system or software

d)

Install and regularly update antivirus software

5.

What is data encryption and why is it important?

a)

Data encryption is important because it makes data more vulnerable to cyber attacks

b)

Data encryption is not important because it slows down data processing and access

c)

Data encryption is not important because it does not provide any additional security measures

d)

Data encryption is important because it helps protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, ensuring data security and privacy.

6.

Explain the concept of network security.

a)

Network security is only necessary for large organizations and not for small businesses

b)

Network security involves implementing various measures to protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and resources within a network.

c)

Network security is not important in today's digital world

d)

Network security only involves protecting data but not resources

7.

What are the best practices for creating strong passwords?

a)

Only use lowercase letters and numbers in the password

b)

Use the same password for multiple accounts

c)

Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid using easily guessable information like birthdays or common words.

d)

Do not use the word 'password' as the actual password

8.

What is social engineering and how can it be prevented?

a)

Social engineering is a form of physical security used to prevent unauthorized access

b)

Social engineering is a type of software used to protect against cyber attacks

c)

Social engineering can be prevented by installing antivirus software

d)

Social engineering is a method used by attackers to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security.

9.

Why is cyber security important in today's digital world?

a)

To allow for more efficient sharing of sensitive data

b)

To protect sensitive data, prevent cyber attacks, and ensure privacy and safety.

c)

To increase the risk of identity theft and fraud

d)

To make it easier for hackers to access personal information

10.

Explain the concept of two-factor authentication.

a)

Two-factor authentication is a process that only requires one form of identification

b)

Two-factor authentication is a process that is only used for accessing physical locations

c)

Two-factor authentication is a process that is not related to security

d)

Two-factor authentication is a security process that requires two different forms of identification in order to access an account.

11.

What are the potential risks of using public Wi-Fi networks?

a)

Enhanced data security

b)

Increased internet speed

c)

Potential risks of using public Wi-Fi networks include data interception and exposure to fake networks set up by cybercriminals.

d)

Guaranteed privacy protection

12.

How can you protect your personal information online?

a)

Using the same password for all online accounts

b)

Enabling two-factor authentication, regularly updating privacy settings

c)

Sharing personal information freely on social media

d)

Ignoring privacy settings and updates

13.

What are the dangers of using the same password for multiple accounts?

a)

Enhanced security for all accounts

b)

Decreased risk of unauthorized access

c)

Increased risk of unauthorized access and potential compromise of all accounts.

d)

Reduced likelihood of compromised accounts

14.

Explain the concept of firewall in the context of cyber security.

a)

A firewall is a network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

b)

A firewall is a tool used to encrypt sensitive data to prevent unauthorized access

c)

A firewall is a type of antivirus software that protects against malware and viruses

d)

A firewall is a physical barrier that prevents hackers from accessing a computer network

15.

What are the potential consequences of falling victim to a cyber attack?

a)

Improved cybersecurity measures

b)

Financial loss, identity theft, data breaches

c)

Physical injury

d)

Finally having a brain