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WorksheetsCFE S2 Cyber Security
Total questions: 37
Worksheet time: 19mins
What is malware?
A type of computer hardware
A harmless software program
Any program or file harmful to a computer user
A type of computer game
What is a computer virus?
A type of software that helps protect your computer
A type of malicious code or program that spreads from one computer to another
A harmless program that speeds up your computer
A tool used to clean your computer
How does a virus operate?
By deleting all files on a computer
By attaching itself to other programs or documents
By speeding up the computer's processes
By creating new files on the computer
What potential effects can a virus have on a computer?
It can improve the computer's performance
It can cause unexpected or damaging effects, such as corrupting data
It can make the computer run faster
It can help organize files on the computer
What is a computer worm?
A type of malware that spreads copies of itself from computer to computer.
A type of software that protects computers from viruses.
A harmless program that helps in data transfer.
A tool used for creating computer programs.
How does a computer worm replicate itself?
By attaching itself to a software program.
By requiring human interaction.
By replicating itself without any human interaction.
By using antivirus software.
What is a Trojan horse in the context of computer software?
A type of legitimate software that helps protect your computer.
A type of malicious code or software that looks legitimate but can take control of your computer.
A type of software that speeds up your computer's performance.
A type of game software that entertains users.
What is the primary purpose of a Trojan horse?
To improve computer speed.
To provide entertainment.
To damage, disrupt, steal, or inflict harmful action on your data or network.
To help organize files.
What are programs that secretly record your computer activities called?
Antivirus
Firewall
Spyware
Adware
Can spyware be used for legitimate purposes?
Yes, always
No, never
Yes, but most are malicious
No, they are illegal
What is one of the most common ways to get a virus on your computer?
Email attachments
Using a printer
Watching a movie
Listening to music
What is another common source of computer viruses besides email attachments?
Infected web pages
Cooking recipes
Weather forecasts
Exercise routines
What type of file should you avoid downloading from an unknown sender?
.doc file
.jpg file
.exe file
.txt file
What type of websites are often infected with viruses?
Educational websites
Illegal streaming websites
Online shopping websites
News websites
How can you avoid infecting your device with a virus?
Visit any website
Use illegal streaming sites
Only visit trusted and legal sites
Download random files
What type of file is an .exe file?
A text file
An executable file
An image file
A music file
What can happen if you open an .exe file that contains malware?
It will play music
It will display a picture
It will execute harmful instructions
It will delete the file
Can viruses be disguised as safe file types like mp3?
Yes
No
Only on weekends
Only if downloaded from a trusted site
What should you do if you don't know where a memory stick or flash pen came from?
Plug it into your computer immediately.
Throw it away.
Don't plug it into your computer.
Use it without any precautions.
What is important to have if you must use an unknown memory stick or flash pen?
A backup of your files.
Up-to-date antivirus software.
A new computer.
A fast internet connection.
What is phishing?
A type of fishing in the sea
A scam to trick people into giving away personal information
A method of sending emails to friends
A way to protect your computer
What might phishing emails try to obtain from you?
Your favorite color
Your usernames and passwords
Your pet's name
Your favorite food
What is a common method used in phishing attacks?
Sending a legitimate email from a known contact
Sending an email that appears to be from a social media website
Sending a text message from a friend
Sending a direct message from a verified account
What might a phishing email falsely claim to need?
Your favorite color
Your password reset
Your phone number
Your home address
Where does a phishing link typically lead you?
A secure government website
A fake website that looks like the real site
A news website
A shopping website
What is the purpose of a phishing site capturing your details?
To send you a gift
To allow access to your accounts
To update your profile picture
To subscribe you to a newsletter
Which of the following is a sign of a phishing scam?
A well-known brand logo
An offer that seems too good to be true
A personal email from a friend
A secure website URL
What should you check to identify a phishing email?
The color of the email
The email sender
The time the email was sent
The number of attachments
Why is it important to check the website URL in an email?
To see if it is a long URL
To ensure it is a secure and legitimate site
To find out the website's color scheme
To check the website's popularity
How can spelling mistakes and grammar help identify a phishing scam?
They make the email more interesting
They indicate a professional email
They are often signs of a scam
They show the email is from a friend
What is a sign that a contest claim might be a scam?
You entered the contest
You did not enter the contest
The contest is local
The contest is for a small prize
What type of schemes should you be wary of according to the text?
Long-term savings plans
Get-rich quick schemes
Educational programs
Health insurance plans
What is the correct email address for Asda Customer Service UK?
customer.services@asda.co.uk
customer-service@sole53.pyrotes.com
support@asda.com
help@asda.co.uk
A strong password should be:
easy to remember, but hard to guess
only contain numbers and symbol
short and easy to remember
less than 8 characters
What does the 'S' in 'HTTPS' stand for?
Safe
Secure
Storage space
Speed
To keep your computer system secure you must:
Select all that apply.
keep your operating system up to date.
use anti virus software
keep anti virus software up to date
never install updates
A firewall is:
a computer program used to prevent, detect, and remove malware.
a firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
a program that manages a computer's resources, including hardware allocation and communication with other programs.
a wall of fire.
