Passwords are always private to each user and are composed of several characters.

What makes up for a good or strong password?

Which passphrase is stronger, ChocolateWallPen or Ch0c0l@teW@allPen?

You receive a text message from a friend that says she is competing in an Instagram competition that requires votes. She asks if you will support her by clicking on a link in the text and voting for her. The link takes you to an Instagram page that allows you to vote. What should you do?

How do you call the science of encrypting and decrypting information?

What provide the greatest protection against unauthorized access to your computer and personal information?

How long would it take a computer to crack a password that contains 8 numbers?

What is a set of rules and best practices when storing and managing passwords to prevent unauthorized access and loss of the passwords?

A recent report estimated that on average a person had to remember over 200 different passwords.

On average, how many different passwords does a person have to remember?

What is a software that checks the programs and files on a computer comparing them to a database of known types of malware?

What is a network security device, either computer hardware or software, that tracks and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic?

A firewall is a barrier that sits between a private internal network and the public Internet that allows non-threatening traffic in and keeps dangerous traffic out, and blocks outsiders from gaining unauthorized access to the private data on your computer.

What is it when someone uses a phone call to trick them into revealing confidential information, and is often done with the use of automated voice messages or when a cybercriminal poses as someone on the phone, such as when a hacker pretends to be a fraud investigator from a bank or credit card company that is investigating an account breach?

Initial contact can occur by email, phone call, or an actual face-to-face meeting. The cybercriminal will ask a series of questions that are common, such as mother's maiden name, place of birth, birth date, last four digits of social security number, or an account number.

What is it when a cybercriminal uses false promises, prizes, and awards to convince the user that they are going to gain or win something? In exchange for receiving these items, the user simply must click on a link or enter login information.

What is a malware attack that is spread by leaving infected USB sticks and flash drives in public places such as on a desk or floor?

What is a malicious software program that when installed onto a user's computer without the user's knowledge, will self-replicate, inserting copies of itself into other programs, files, executable code, or documents until the system is overwhelmed and crashes?

What is a malware program that contains hidden malicious code that appears as legitimate software to mislead users into trusting it, when in reality it provides a hacker with a way to install other malicious software, create a backdoor in a computer system, or steal or corrupt data?

What is a physical security tactic that uses technology to monitor an area such as motion sensors, heat sensors, and video cameras, and which is monitored by security guards that view and record all activity?

What is a physical security tactic which involves continuously checking to see if the safety measures and policy used to protect your devices, facility, and data are working properly, such as practicing fire drills for schools and buildings because they help to coordinate large groups, as well as their method of response?

What is a set of instructions and guidelines to follow that help detect, respond to, and recover from a computer network security situation?

What is called when virtual reality and augmented reality come together to make a shared immersive 3D virtual space where people may experience life in ways they could not in the physical /real world.

The metaverse is what some believe to be the future of the internet.

The metaverse uses only virtual reality to make an immersive 3D virtual space where people may experience life in ways they could not in the physical /real world.

What is a software program that allows an individual the ability to control another device remotely?

What is a malicious piece of software that is used by hackers to gain administrative access to a computer, and which are often included in pirated software through patches or e-mail attachments and are used to perform unauthorized operations and hide their presence in the infected system?

What is a software or code that was intentionally designed to infect, change, steal, or disrupt a computer, server, or computer network?

What is a web page or group of web pages that contain fake information that was intentionally created to contain false and inaccurate information?

What are stories that are intentionally created to attract more website visitors and increase advertising revenue for websites, and which use sensationalist headlines to grab attention and drive click-throughs to the publisher website, normally at the expense of truth or accuracy?

What provides a gateway to incredible information, social media interactions, spectacular images, and videos, but it is also a haven for illegal and malicious activity?

Hackers are everywhere on the Internet, including social media platforms?

It is not necessary to learn basic IT (information technology) security or cyber security to protect your computer and personal information and learn how to stay safe from the various cybercriminals and hackers that scour the Internet for potential targets.

What is the process of identifying the various ways to make the attack?

What is the process of using techniques and tools to attempt to compromise or hack into the target?

What is used to check which ports in a computer are “open” or that provide Internet access to the computer, and what services or devices are using the open port?

What is a malicious software that records or logs every keystroke hit on your keyboard. This type of software is typically installed in a covert manner, without the user’s knowledge, to secretly monitor the actions of the user to gain access to confidential information?

What is it when a computer system or network resources are significantly slower, rendered unavailable, and users are unable to access information systems, devices, or other network resources by temporary or permanent interruption due to the actions of a malicious hacker?

What is an individual that uses a computer system to obtain unauthorized access to another computer system, using their attack skills to gain attention by bringing down a computer system, stealing money or information, or making a network unavailable?

What is the process of using a compromised computer to gain access to other computers?

A EULA specifies in detail the rights and restrictions which apply to the use of the software.

What is the process that engineers perform when developing, testing and building systems like those used in computers and networks such as sensors, processors, circuit boards, hard drives and switches and involves the integration of various components and devices to be used effectively as well as testing components to ensure optimal efficiency?

What is a device that connects to a wired router, switch, or hub via an Ethernet cable and sends out a Wi-Fi signal, and is used to create a wireless local area network, or WLAN, usually in an office or a specific area?

What is a networking device that allows wireless-capable devices to connect to a wired network?

Which of the following is primarily concerned with protecting data from unauthorized access?

Data includes information such as images, videos, personal content, and documents stored on a computer.

All social media platforms are built to collect as much information as possible from its users.

It is safe to use public computers, such as those at hotels or libraries, to log into a bank account or any of your social media accounts.

What is a malicious code or device that captures all keystrokes typed on the computer?

It is not a good idea to use the same passwords for your bank account as the ones you use on your social media accounts, such as for Facebook, YouTube, or Twitter.

What is the process of where you need more than just your password to log in, such as codes sent to your smartphone?

You receive a text message from a friend that you have not spoken and texted with for over a year. The text says that he is competing in an Instagram competition that requires votes. He asks if you will support him by clicking on a link in the text and voting for him. The link takes you to an Instagram page that allows you to vote. What should you do?

Ciphertext refers to data that is?

What is the process of using mathematics to convert plaintext information into ciphertext or into a non-readable format?

How is it called when someone tries to trick you into giving them your private information via a text or SMS message?

A password manager stores all your social media and app passwords in an encrypted database and locked behind one master password.

What is used to store all your social media and app passwords in an encrypted database and locked behind one master password?

Password Managers do not auto-generate highly secure passwords to use when you create a new account with a website, social media platform, or other Internet application.

What is a type of malware that downloads onto a computer disguised as a legitimate program to damage or steal data and to spread to other devices?

What is a type of malware that attaches itself and hides on a computer’s operating system to spy on a person’s online activity?

What is a process that antivirus software provides which constantly checks for any incoming threats and scans the computer regularly for known threats and virus attacks?

What type of attack uses physical media such as a flash drive or music CD that is malware-infected and left in an area where it can easily be found?

What is an attack that promises a benefit in exchange for information? The benefit offered by the cyber attacker could be a service, bonus code or pack, an offer to receive something free, and even something as simple as a free chocolate bar.

What is the type of attack that uses electronic communication, such as an email or text message, to trick the user on clicking a link or opening a file? Once the link is clicked, the malicious link can download a virus or redirect the user to a fake login page.

What is a malware program that encrypts or converts data into a cipher or code that prevents access to the data?

What is a malware program that illegally collects information from a computer about a person or organization and then sends that information to a hacker or someone else in order to cause harm to the victim?

What is the most benign malware a hacker will use, which attempts to expose the compromised end-user or victim to unwanted, potentially malicious advertising?

What is the first line of defense against external factors which limits and controls what people have access to your devices, site, location, and materials by using ID badges, keypads, passcodes, and security guards?

What is a physical security tactic that uses technology to monitor an area such as motion sensors, heat sensors, and video cameras, and which is monitored by security guards that view and record all activity?

What are stories that are intentionally fake and created for entertainment purposes or to make fun of political issues?

Is it important to create strong, unique passwords for all important accounts to protect personal and financial information?

Is it acceptable to reuse your passwords for all your social media platforms?

Is it necessary to activate and use multi-factor or two-step authentication to protect your online accounts?

What is known as the AIDS Trojan, developed in 1989 by Harvard-trained evolutionary biologist Joseph L. Popp, who sent infected diskettes labeled "AIDS Information - Introductory Diskettes" that once activated hid directories and encrypted data?

What is the psychological manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information, to more advanced and sophisticated tactics such as a brute force attack or denial-of-service attack?

What is the discovery of devices on a network and all other possible information that can be obtained about the target, target scanning or vulnerability analysis, and target exploitation?

What is a malware program that contains hidden malicious code that appears as legitimate software to mislead users into trusting it, when in reality it provides a hacker with a way to install other malicious software, creates a back door in a computer system, or steals or corrupts data?

What is a malicious software program that when installed onto a user's computer without the user's knowledge, will self-replicate, inserting copies of itself into other programs, files, executable code, or documents until the system is overwhelmed and crashes?

What is a device that allows communication to flow, such as web traffic and email interactions, to the Internet in a computer network?

What is the use of software tools or scripts that allow a hacker to exploit a computer’s vulnerabilities, allowing them to steal data, corrupt the system, or take control of the computer?

What is a network device that serves two primary functions: (1) it connects multiple computers, phones, tablets, or other devices to form a managed local area network, and (2) it provides Internet access to all the compatible devices that are connected to it?

Besides providing a platform for various devices to communicate amongst each other, routers have firewall and password protection functionality.

Social media platforms do not participate in commercial exploitation of users’ personal data by collecting as much data as possible and selling it to third-party vendors, rather they protect the data collected and do not use it for targeted advertisements.

The information shared on social media platforms do not reveal information about you because they are protected by social media privacy policies.

The information shared on social media platforms are tracked to see your activities and shared with advertisers and exposes you to hackers trying to take advantage of your online identity.

It is not a preferred to use two-factor authentication or two-step verification.

What is the initial phase used by hackers of any attack on Web applications?

When a hacker is scanning a website, they are trying to learn about the structure of a Website such as the web pages, application vulnerabilities, operating system, and databases used.

Hackers do not collect personal information from social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, or any other public source because they may be false or inaccurate.

You receive an email about a free giveaway that Epic Games is doing on the next release of Call of Duty. If you click on the link provided, you will receive free skins, equipment, and five additional bonus maps. But you have to submit your entry into this special Epic Games giveaway within the next 5 minutes. What should you do?

Plaintext refers to data that is?

The objective to transform data, which is transmitted over the Internet, in such a manner that it would be difficult for an unauthorized individual, such as a hacker, to be able read or understand the data’s content is known as?

What is a software application that is designed to store and manage all your online usernames and passwords?

A password manager can help protect against identity theft because it uses different unique passwords across all the various websites, social media platforms, and Internet applications used.