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Cybersecurity Practice

Total questions: 67

Worksheet time: 38mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the biggest cyber security threat?

a)

The human factor

b)

Malware of any kind

c)

Unencrypted communication

d)

Theft of mobile devices

2.

What measures can be taken to minimize the attack surface for social engineering?

a)

Use of password managers

b)

Encryption of all communication and data

c)

Work exclusively in a secure environment

d)

Minimizing the communication of personal information

3.

What are the consequences of a virus?

a)

It is destroying your screen.

b)

It opens your e-mail account

c)

It deletes/copies data

d)

It will help you work.

4.

Generic term for all methods used to spy on passwords.

a)

Cyber Grooming

b)

Information Diving

c)

Phishing

d)

Clustering

5.

Someone's trying to gain access to a computer network.

a)

Cyber Grooming

b)

Information Diving

c)

Pretexting

d)

Hacking

6.

What is the primary goal of network security?

a)

To ensure compliance with industry regulations.

b)

To protect data and resources from unauthorized access and attacks.

c)

To monitor user activity on the network.

d)

To enhance network speed and performance.

7.

What is the best way to prevent malware infections?

a)

Disable firewall settings

b)

Only use free software

c)

Regularly update software and use antivirus protection.

d)

Ignore software updates

8.

How can you identify a phishing email?

a)

Check for suspicious sender addresses, generic greetings, urgent language, unexpected attachments or links, and poor spelling or grammar.

b)

Check for high-resolution images and logos.

c)

Look for personalized greetings and detailed information.

d)

Verify the sender's phone number in the email.

9.

What is the purpose of data encryption?

a)

The purpose of data encryption is to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.

b)

To create backups of data.

c)

To enhance data storage capacity.

d)

To improve data processing speed.

10.

What does the acronym 'CIA' stand for in cybersecurity?

a)

Control, Integrity, Access

b)

Confidentiality, Identity, Accountability

c)

Confidentiality, Integrity, Authentication

d)

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

11.

What is a firewall used for?

a)

A firewall is used to protect networks by controlling traffic and preventing unauthorized access.

b)

To store data securely in the cloud.

c)

To enhance internet speed by boosting bandwidth.

d)

To manage user passwords and authentication.

12.

What is social engineering in the context of cybersecurity?

a)

A method to enhance network security by training employees.

b)

A technique for encrypting sensitive data during transmission.

c)

A process of installing software updates to prevent breaches.

d)

Social engineering is the manipulation of individuals to obtain confidential information for fraudulent purposes.

13.

What is two-factor authentication?

a)

Two-factor authentication is a security measure that requires two forms of identification to access an account.

b)

A single password for all accounts

c)

A way to encrypt your data

d)

A method to reset your password

14.

What is the main goal of a DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack?


a)

To steal sensitive data from a computer .

b)

To overload a network or website with traffic, making it unavailable to users.

c)

To gain unauthorized access to a computer system.

d)

To spread malware to multiple devices.

15.

What does the acronym "VPN" stand for in the context of cybersecurity?

a)

Virtual Private Network.

b)

Very Personal Network.

c)

Virtual Public Network

d)

Visual Private Network

16.

Encryption is the process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access, and it can be used to protect data both at rest and in transit.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

What is a cyber attack?

a)

an attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a computer network or system.

b)

when someone shoots your computer

c)

an attack on cybers

d)

when someone robs an atm machine

18.

What is ransomware?

a)

A type of threat that holds onto your computer until you pay your fines

b)

When someone tells you what you have to wear

c)

a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid.

19.

What is a computer virus?

a)

When a hacker breaks into your computer system

b)

A sickness that your computer can pas on to you

c)

When your computer is infected with the flu

d)

a piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.

20.

A malicious file that can attach to other files and replicate when the user shares the file.

a)

Virus

b)

Worm

c)

Trojan

d)

DDOS

21.

The word "malware" comes from the term?

a)

Malfunction Software

b)

Malicious Software

c)

Malcontent Software

d)

Maltreated Software

22.

Is this a legitimate email?

a)

True

b)

False

23.

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

24.

Which of the following is a phishing email??

a)

You have won a lottery!! Follow this link to claim it!!

b)

Your bank account has been compromised. Login here to protect yourself.

c)

Help.I am stuck aboard and urgently need money transferred to me to get home.

d)

All of the above. Be careful.

25.

The implementation of which security method has the greatest positive influence on security?

a)

Mature Identity & Access Management

b)

Implementation of strong password guidelines & password management

c)

Application of Secure Coding Methods

d)

Holistic People Powered Security in the organisation

26.

Which password is most secure?

a)

LO4ndon7

b)

#fr41963§

c)

%27T#wbZ3

d)

LondonattheThames2019

27.

What are the consequences of a virus?

a)

It is destroying your screen.

b)

It opens your e-mail account

c)

It deletes/copies data

d)

It will help you work.

28.

Someone's trying to gain access to a computer network.

a)

Cyber Grooming

b)

Information Diving

c)

Pretexting

d)

Hacking

29.

A Trojan stores a file on my hard drive that redirects me to fake websites.

a)

Cyber Grooming

b)

Phishing

c)

Pharming

d)

Pretexting

30.

What information do cookies store?

a)

You remember the search history, what you looked at and with which email you registered.

b)

What make cookies possible?

c)

They make it possible to monitor and control a user

d)

Store data of your passwords

31.

In cybersecurity, what does CIA stand for?

a)

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

b)

Central Intelligence Agency

c)

Cybersecurity Investigation Agency

d)

Cybersecurity, Internet, Accessibility

32.

What does confidentiality of data refer to?

4 lines
33.

What does integrity of data refer to?

4 lines
34.

What does availability of data refer to?

4 lines
35.

Why is it important to maintain the integrity of data like grades?

a)
To make the data more entertaining
b)
To confuse students and teachers
c)
To create an unfair advantage for certain students
d)
To ensure accuracy, fairness, and trust in the educational system.
36.

What is dumpster diving?

a)

Searching through trash to find sensitive information

b)

Monitoring telephone conversations

c)

Intercepting network traffic

d)

Manipulating individuals to reveal information

37.

What is the primary focus of eavesdropping attacks?

a)

Gaining physical access to systems

b)

Listening to private conversations

c)

Manipulating individuals

d)

Destroying data

38.

What is a hardware failure?

a)

An attacker intercepting network traffic

b)

Physical components of a system malfunctioning

c)

An employee increasing their own salary in the payroll system

d)

A phishing email

39.

Which of the following is a method to protect against unauthorized modification of information?

a)

Using antivirus software

b)

Following the principle of least privilege

c)

Installing a firewall

d)

Encrypting data

40.

What does the "A" in the CIA triangle stand for?

a)

Availability

b)

Authentication

c)

Authorization

d)

Accuracy

41.

What is an impersonation attack?

a)

Intercepting network traffic

b)

Pretending to be someone else to gain unauthorized access

c)

Modifying data without permission

d)

Observing a legitimate user logging into a system

42.

How can organizations protect against power outages?

a)

Using encryption

b)

Implementing redundant power sources and backup generators

c)

Shredding documents

d)

Educating users about phishing

43.

What can cause power outages?

a)

Increased demand on the power grid

b)

Social engineering attacks

c)

Unauthorized modification of information

d)

Man-in-the-middle attacks

44.

What is a man-in-the-middle attack?

a)

Intercepting and altering communication between two parties

b)

Physically damaging devices

c)

Searching through trash

d)

Manipulating individuals

45.

How can organizations best defend against impersonation attacks?

a)

Using encryption

b)

Educating users about security

c)

Shredding documents

d)

Implementing firewalls

46.

What is a denial of service (DoS) attack?

a)

Physically damaging devices

b)

Bombarding a system with an overwhelming amount of traffic

c)

Intercepting network communications

d)

Manipulating individuals

47.

How can organizations protect against dumpster diving?

a)

Using encryption

b)

Shredding documents before discarding them

c)

Implementing firewalls

d)

Educating users about phishing

48.

Which term refers to a hidden method of bypassing normal authentication in a computer system?

a)

Backdoor

b)

Rootkit

c)

Logic Bomb

d)

Trojan

49.

Which type of malware is designed to provide unauthorized access to a user's computer?

a)

Ransomware

b)

RAT - Remote Access Trojan

c)

Adware

d)

SPAM

50.

What is the term for software that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption?

a)

Ransomware

b)

Adware

c)

SPAM

d)

PUP

51.

What is a type of malware that hides its presence on a computer?

a)

Rootkit

b)

Spyware

c)

Logic Bomb

d)

PUP

52.

Which term refers to unwanted or unsolicited messages sent over the internet?

a)

SPAM

b)

Adware

c)

PUP

d)

RAT

53.

What is the term for a prolonged cyberattack that aims to steal data or monitor systems over time?

a)

APT - Advanced Persistent Threat

b)

BOTNET

c)

SPAM

d)

Zero Day

54.

Which malware held the title for most widely spread in 2017?

a)

WannaCry Worm

b)

Brain Virus

c)

Trojan Horse

d)

Backdoor Botnet

55.

A group of compromised computers that have software installed by a

worm or Trojan is known as which of the following?

a)

Botnet

b)

Rootkit

c)

Virus

d)

Zombie

56.

Which type of attack uses more than one computer?

a)

Virus

b)

Worm

c)

DoS

d)

DDos

57.

Which type of malware does not require a user to execute a program to

distribute the software?

a)

Worm

b)

Virus

c)

Trojan Horse

d)

Stealth

58.

How do most network-based viruses spread?

a)

Optical Disk

b)

USB Drive

c)

E-Mail

d)

Instant Messages

59.

Which of the following defines the difference between a Trojan horse and

a worm?

a)

Worms self-replicate but Trojan horses do not.

b)

The two are the same.

c)

Worms are sent via e-mail; Trojan horses are not.

d)

Trojan horses are malicious attacks; worms are not.

60.

How can a cybersecurity breach cause reputational damage to an organization?

a)

By increasing profits

b)

By leaking sensitive customer information

c)

By improving market share

d)

By enhancing brand loyalty

61.

Which security standard is designed to protect credit card data and prevent fraud in payment card transactions?

a)

Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)

b)

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)

c)

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)

d)

Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC)

62.

Which security protocol allows third-party applications to access user data without exposing credentials?

a)

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

b)

Google Authenticator

c)

Microsoft Authenticator

d)

Open Authorization (OAuth)

63.

What does the abbreviation "VPN" stand for?

a)

Virtual Privacy Network

b)

Virtual Private Network

c)

Verified Private Network

d)

Virtual Protocol Network

64.

Which cyber law in the United States deals with protecting personal health information?

a)

HIPAA

b)

FERPA

c)

DMCA

d)

COPPA

65.

What does GDPR stand for?

a)

General Data Protection Regulation

b)

Global Data Privacy Rule

c)

Government Data Privacy Regulation

d)

General Digital Protection Rule

66.

What does the term "zero-day vulnerability" refer to?

a)

A vulnerability that is difficult to exploit

b)

A vulnerability that has been fixed

c)

A vulnerability that is publicly disclosed before a patch is available

d)

A vulnerability in a new system

67.

Which cybersecurity framework is widely adopted in the U.S. and outlines a comprehensive approach to managing and reducing cybersecurity risks?

a)

ISO 27001

b)

NIST Cybersecurity Framework

c)

CIS Controls

d)

COBIT