WorksheetsLesson 1 cybersecurity
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the main goal of cybersecurity?
Protect digital data & systems from unauthorized access
To create new software
To monitor media activity
To increase internet speed
What does the term phishing refer to?
Attack that tricks people into giving out personal information
A method of encrypting data
A way to speed up internet corrections
A tool used to monitor network traffic
Which of the following is an example of strong password?
password123
Remember
12345
MyDog@2025!
What is a firewall used for?
To increase internet speed
To block unauthorized access to a network
To store passwords securely
To monitor social media activity
What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?
Click on the link to see what it is
Reply with your personal information
Delete it or report it as spam
Forward it to your friends
Which of the following best describes encryption?
A method of converting data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access
A security software that detects malware on a computer
A backup system for storing network passwords
A tool for identifying hackers
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is used to:
Increase the speed of the internet
Protect against phishing attacks
Secure online connections by encrypting internet traffic
Remove viruses from a network
What is malware?
Software designed to harm or exploit any device or network
A tool used to encrypt network traffic
A secure software used for online banking
A method of creating strong passwords
Which of the following is NOT a common cybersecurity threat?
Ransomware
Man-in-the-Middle attacks
Cloud backups
Insider threats
What is the safest way to use public Wi-Fi?
Connect without a password and browse freely
Use a VPN to encrypt your connection
Enter sensitive information only on trusted websites
Disable all security settings on your device
What is an insider threat?
A hacker breaking into a company’s network
A cybercriminal outside an organization stealing data
A trusted employee misusing their access to harm the organization
A virus spreading through email attachments
Two-factor authentication (2FA) helps protect accounts by:
Allowing users to log in without passwords
Requiring an extra verification step in addition to a password
Making all passwords the same for easier management
Encrypting all data on a device automatically
Which of the following is a good practice for staying safe online?
Downloading software from unknown websites
Clicking on all email links to check if they are valid
Keeping software and operating systems updated
Using the same password for all online accounts
