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Cybersecurity Test

Total questions: 33

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Unauthorized access to control over computer network security systems

a)


Security

b)

Hacking

c)

Surfing

d)


Phishing

2.

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

3.

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.

4.

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

5.

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.

6.

What is a "gray hat" hacker?

a)
A gray hat hacker only tests systems with explicit permission.
b)
A gray hat hacker is always a malicious hacker.
c)
A gray hat hacker is a hacker who may exploit a system without permission but does not have malicious intent.
d)
A gray hat hacker only works for government agencies.
7.


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

(a)  

8.


Which of the following are activities that a hacker might attempt?

a)

Disrupting network communications

b)

Modifying website content

c)

Stealing usernames and passwords

d)


All of the above

9.


The process of converting meaningful data into an unreadable format.

(a)  

10.

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

a)
2FA eliminates the need for passwords altogether.
b)
2FA adds an extra layer of security to user accounts by requiring two different forms of identification.
c)
2FA is a method to recover lost passwords.
d)
2FA requires only a password to access accounts.
11.

What is spyware??

a)
Spyware is malicious software that secretly monitors and collects user information.
b)
Spyware is a tool for enhancing computer performance.
c)
Spyware is a type of antivirus software.
d)
Spyware is a legitimate application for data backup.
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.

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

(a)  

14.


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

a...?

a)
proxy server
b)
botnet
c)
firewall
d)
VPN
15.

Which one of the following is NOT a security threat?

a)

software update

b)
A phishing email
c)
A malware infection
d)
A DDoS attack
16.

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.

17.

Attacks that flood a system, making it unavailable.

(a)  

18.


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

(a)  

19.


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

(a)  

20.

Spyware, Ransomware and Trojans are examples of?

(a)  

21.

Which type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software?

a)

Worm

b)

Trojan Horse

c)

Ransomware

d)

) Spyware

22.

Which malware type can replicate itself without user interaction?

a)

Virus

b)

Spyware

c)

Worm

d)

Aware

23.

Unsecured Wi-Fi networks are dangerous because:

a)

They allow hackers to intercept data easily

b)

They block malware

c)

They cannot connect to the internet

d)

hey slow down your device

24.

A firewall only blocks viruses

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Malware can only spread through USB devices.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

Which device is NOT typically considered an endpoint?

a)
Laptop
b)
Smartphone
c)
Tablet
d)
Server
27.

Which of the following BEST defines access control in cybersecurity?

a)

Limiting physical access to a building

b)

Encrypting files before storing them

c)

Determining who can access which resources and under what conditions

d)
Access control is the method of backing up data regularly.
28.

A State-Sponsored Hacker is BEST described as:

a)

A cybercriminal targeting online games

b)

An ethical hacker from a private cybersecurity firm

c)

A hacker working on behalf of a government to gather intelligence or disrupt another nation’s systems

d)

A hacker hired by individuals to test Wi-Fi networks

29.

Which statement about VPNs is FALSE?

a)

A VPN hides your IP address from websites

b)

A VPN routes your traffic through a secure server

c)

A VPN can be used to bypass geographic restrictions

d)

A VPN encrypts all traffic, making you completely anonymous online

30.

Which security device uses port numbers to allow or block traffic?

a)
Firewall
b)
Modem
c)
Switch
d)
Router
31.

Which of the following does NOT automatically happen when you use a VPN?

a)
Complete anonymity online
b)
Enhanced security against malware
c)
Access to geo-restricted content
d)
Increased internet speed
32.

Why is it important to know which network ports are open on a device?

a)

To make the internet faster

b)

To improve battery life

c)

To increase Wi-Fi range

d)

To control who can access your system

33.

What can happen if an unused port is left open?

a)
An unused port can be used for legitimate traffic.
b)
Leaving a port open enhances system security.
c)
An unused port left open can be exploited by attackers.
d)
An open port can improve network performance.