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Cyber Attack Prevention

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 26mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the first step in protecting an enterprise from cyber attacks?

a)

Negotiating with hackers

b)

Installing antivirus software on all devices

c)

Training employees on security awareness

d)

Disconnecting from the internet

2.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of cyber attack?

a)

Phishing

b)

SQL Injection

c)

Man-in-the-middle attack

d)

Physical theft

3.

What role does encryption play in preventing cyber attacks?

a)

It makes network connections faster

b)

It scrambles data to prevent unauthorized access

c)

It detects malware on devices

d)

It creates a physical barrier around servers

4.

Why is it important to regularly update software and systems?

a)

To keep the user interface modern

b)

To ensure compatibility with new hardware

c)

To fix security vulnerabilities and bugs

d)

To use more internet bandwidth

5.

What is the purpose of a firewall in an enterprise's network?

a)

To increase internet speed

b)

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules

c)

To store data

d)

To physically secure the server room

6.

How can multi-factor authentication (MFA) prevent cyber attacks?

a)

By making it easier for users to remember their passwords

b)

By requiring additional verification, making it harder for unauthorized users to gain access

c)

By encrypting files twice

d)

By scanning emails for spam

7.

What is the significance of having a strong password policy?

a)

It ensures passwords are easy to remember

b)

It makes the login process faster

c)

It reduces the risk of unauthorized access by making passwords harder to guess

d)

It allows users to use the same password for multiple accounts

8.

Why should an enterprise have a response plan for cyber attacks?

a)

To ensure they can negotiate with hackers more effectively

b)

To minimize damage and recover more quickly from security breaches

c)

To make employees feel more involved

d)

To comply with international travel laws

9.

What is the role of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) in cybersecurity?

a)

It increases the speed of internet connections

b)

It serves as a physical barrier to hackers

c)

It encrypts data transmission to provide secure access to the internet

d)

It stores data in a secure location

10.

Why is it important for an enterprise to regularly back up its data?

a)

To increase the storage capacity of servers

b)

To ensure data can be recovered in case of a cyber attack or system failure

c)

To make the system run faster

d)

To comply with aesthetic standards

11.
  • Regularly ​ (a)   about cybersecurity best practices, including ​ (b)   emails, use strong passwords, ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
educate employees
how to identify phishing
and recognise social engineering tactics.
12.

  • Conduct (a)   (trai...) sessions and simulated phishing exercises to raise awareness and reinforce security protocols.

13.

  • Enforce the principle of least privilege using strong __________ __________(acc... cont...) measures by granting employees access only to the resources and data necessary for their roles.



(a)  

14.
  • Enforce the principle ​ (a)   by granting ​ (b)   to the resources and data necessary​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
of least privilege
employees access only
for their roles.
15.

  • Use multi-factor (a)   (MFA) to add an extra layer of security to user accounts and systems.

16.
  • Use ​ (a)   authentication (MFA) to add ​ (b)   of security ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
multi-factor
an extra layer
to user accounts and systems.
17.
  • Regularly ​ (a)   , operating systems, and firmware to patch ​ (b)   and reduce the risk ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
update software
known vulnerabilities
of exploitation by attackers.
18.
  • ​ (a)   regular data ​ (b)   and store them​ (c)   or in a separate, isolated network environment.

Choose from the below words
backups
securely offline
Implement
19.
  • Establish an​ (a)   team and ​ (b)   for detecting, reporting, and responding ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
incident response
develop clear procedures
to cybersecurity incidents.
20.

  • Stay informed about the latest (a)   trends, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques through industry publications, conferences, and information-sharing forums.

21.

Passwords should be strong to protect your online accounts.

To ​ (a)   , it is ​ (b)   passwords ​ (c)   and ​ (d)  

Choose from the below words
enhance online security
crucial that
are both unique
strong.
22.

Install reliable ​ (a)  

​ (b)   from ​ (c)   by ​ (d)   antivirus ​ (e)   reliability.

Choose from the below words
antivirus software on your computer.
Protect your computer
malware
installing
software that is known for its
23.

Be cautious while ​ (a)  

​ (b)   clicking on ​ (c)   as they may lead to ​ (d)   designed ​ (e)   information.

Choose from the below words
clicking on links in emails.
Exercise caution when
links in emails,
phishing websites
to steal personal
24.

(a)   for the latest security patches.

Regularly ​ (b)   to ensure ​ (c)   are applied, ​ (d)  

Choose from the below words
Update your software regularly
updating your software is essential
that the latest security patches
reducing vulnerability to cyber threats.
25.

Regularly back up ​ (a)  

​ (b)   by ​ (c)   for regular ​ (d)   , ensuring its recovery in the ​ (e)  

Choose from the below words
your important data.
Safeguard your critical data
establishing a routine
backups
event of a cyber incident.