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Cyber Security Awareness Challenge

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is phishing and how can you identify it?

a)

Phishing can only occur through phone calls, not emails.

b)

Phishing is a legitimate marketing strategy used by companies.

c)

Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy source, often identified by suspicious emails and links.

d)

Phishing is a type of computer virus that infects your device.

2.

Why is cybersecurity important for teachers?

a)

Helps teachers learn coding

b)

Requirement of Macau law

c)

Protects sensitive student information and ensures a safe online environment

d)

Makes online teaching more convenient

3.

Explain the importance of data encryption in cybersecurity.

a)

Data encryption protects sensitive information from unauthorized access, ensuring privacy and security in digital communications.

b)

Data encryption slows down data transfer speeds significantly.

c)

Data encryption is only necessary for government agencies.

d)

Data encryption makes data completely immune to breaches.

4.

What is phishing fraud?

a)

A type of malware infection

b)

A scam to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information

c)

A legitimate security update

d)

A secure communication method

5.

During final exams, the school's network crashes, preventing students from accessing the online testing platform. Which component of the CIA Triad is compromised?

a)

Confidentiality

b)

Integrity

c)

Availability

d)

Authorization

6.

What is ransomware?

a)

Software that provides free computer security

b)

A method for securely backing up files

c)

A type of malicious software that encrypts data and demands payment for access restoration

d)

An online game

7.

What can help prevent unauthorized access to student data?

a)

Stay logged in when not using the system

b)

Keep the operating system in its original version

c)

Share login information with colleagues

d)

Use strong passwords

8.

What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?

a)

A type of virus protection method

b)

Second password

c)

A form of phishing attack

d)

An additional layer of security that requires two forms of verification

9.

Which type of attack uses human manipulation to gain system access?

a)

Social engineering attack

b)

Malware attack

c)

Denial of service attack

d)

Spyware attack

10.

Why is a "Passphrase" (a sequence of random words) often recommended over a complex short password?

a)

It requires special software to create.

b)

It is easier for humans to remember but harder for computers to guess.

c)

Disable security softwareIt contains no special characters.

d)

Share login information with colleaguesIt is shorter to type.

11.

Which of the following describes a data breach?

a)

Unauthorized access to sensitive data

b)

A type of malware

c)

A type of encrypted communication tool

d)

A type of antivirus software

12.

What should teachers do to maintain a safe online teaching environment?

a)

Ignore security software updates

b)

Regularly back up and encrypt important data

c)

Use simple and memorable passwords for convenience

d)

Disable the firewall during class

13.

What is a Trojan virus?

a)

A type of password protection tool

b)

A secure teaching platform

c)

Malicious software disguised as legitimate software

d)

A type of antivirus program

14.

What are the common characteristics of phishing emails?

a)

Invitations to secure government platforms

b)

Generic greetings, suspicious links, and urgent language

c)

Personalized greetings and secure links

d)

Providing secure software updates

15.

Which of the following is an effective cybersecurity tool for teachers?

a)

Antivirus software

b)

A free email account

c)

Public Wi-Fi network

d)

Social media platforms

16.

If a teacher suspects they have received a phishing email, what should they do?

a)

Click the link to verify the email

b)

Report it to the organization or IT team

c)

Forward it to a colleague

d)

Delete it without checking

17.

What does the term “multi-factor authentication” (MFA) refer to?

a)

Requiring two or more verification methods to gain access to a system

b)

Encrypting data across multiple devices simultaneously

c)

Installing multiple antivirus programs for better protection

d)

Using multiple passwords for different accounts

18.

Why should you be cautious of "Free" VPN services like Urban VPN?

a)

They are too fast for school work.

b)

They often harvest and sell your data to advertisers.

c)

They block all educational websites.

d)

They require too many passwords.

19.

Which component of the CIA triad ensures that sensitive information is accessible only to authorized individuals?

a)

Integrity

b)

Availability

c)

Confidentiality

d)

Authentication

20.

A student manages to steal a teacher's login and changes their own attendance record from "Absent" to "Present." According to the CIA Triad, which pillar of security has been broken?

a)

Confidentiality

b)

Integrity

c)

Availability

d)

Authentication