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Cyber security and Data protection Test

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 33mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The ongoing effort of protecting individuals, organizations and governments from digital attacks by protecting networked systems and data from unauthorized use or harm.

(a)  

2.

Sets of rules that prevent sensitive information from being disclosed to unauthorized people, resources and processes.

(a)  

3.

Spyware, Ransomware and Trojans are examples of?

(a)  

4.

The process of converting meaningful data into an unreadable format.

(a)  

5.

Fraudulent emails or messages that trick users into revealing sensitive data.

(a)  

6.

The use of human body part to secure systems and data inorder identify that individual.

(a)  

7.

Attacks that flood a system, making it unavailable.

(a)  

8.

What is a "gray hat" hacker?

a)
A gray hat hacker is a hacker who may exploit vulnerabilities without permission but does not have malicious intent.
b)
A gray hat hacker only finds vulnerabilities with permission.
c)
A gray hat hacker is always a malicious hacker.
d)
A gray hat hacker only works for government agencies.
9.

what is a hacktivist

a)
A hacktivist is a hacker who uses their skills for political activism.
b)
A hacktivist is a type of computer virus.
c)
A hacktivist is someone who hacks for personal gain.
d)
A hacktivist is a government employee who monitors online activity.
10.

What does “2FA” or “two-factor authentication” do?

a)

encrypt data

b)

Helps you sign in more securely

c)

Deletes your account

d)

Saves your data

11.

Why is it important to update your software regularly?

a)

They ensure your device stays compatible with older software and legacy systems that are no longer supported.

b)

They frequently patch zero-day vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit before developers are even aware of them

c)

They provide users with entirely new hardware-level protections that replace the need for antivirus software.

d)

They increase network speed and reduce latency across all applications automatically.

12.

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

a)

To increase download speeds by bypassing your Internet Service Provider’s (ISP) bandwidth limitations

b)

To hide your device from hackers by making it appear as if you’re offline

c)

To encrypt your internet traffic and route it through a secure server to protect your data and privacy

d)

To replace antivirus software by blocking malware and ransomware before they reach your device

13.
Which of the following are activities that a hacker might attempt?
a)
Stealing usernames and passwords
b)
Modifying website content
c)
Disrupting network communications
d)
All of the above
14.

Unauthorized access to control over computer network security systems

a)

Security

b)

Hacking

c)

Surfing

d)

Phishing

e)

Misuse

15.

What is spyware??

a)

When your kids use your phone

b)

James Bond's movie

c)

Software that collects data from computer

d)

a cyber criminal

16.

Which one of the following is NOT a security threat?

a)

Worms

b)

Hacking

c)

Anti-Virus

d)

Pharming

17.

A networked group of computers used by hackers to steal information is referred to as

a...?

a)

DDoS

b)

Operating system

c)

Botnet

d)

Rootkit

18.

What is a strong password?

a)

Your name or birthday

b)

123456b

c)

The word “PasSsword”

d)

A long, complex mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

19.

What happens in a Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attack?

a)

Someone sends you spam emails

b)

Someone guesses your password

c)

Someone deletes your files

d)

Someone interrupts and listens to your conversation without you knowing

20.

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose and behavior of spyware?

a)

Spyware blocks access to websites to enforce parental controls.

b)

Spyware secretly collects information about your activities without your consent and sends it to a third party

c)

Spyware encrypts your files and demands payment to restore access.

d)

Spyware scans your computer for viruses and removes them automatically.