WorksheetsGr8 Understanding Cyber-Attacks and Their Impact
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following are types of cyber-attacks ?
a)
Ransomware
b)
Unauthorized Access
c)
Viruses
d)
Database Management
e)
Spyware
2.
A virus is a type of cyber-attack that can replicate itself and cause harm to a computer system.
a)
False
b)
True
3.
What is a computer virus designed to do?
a)
Help manage hardware components.
b)
Damage or delete data without consent.
c)
Increase a computer's processing speed.
d)
Create secure backups of files.
4.
What are the effects of the ILOVEYOU virus and the WannaCry ransomware?
a)
Replicated itself
b)
Increased internet speed
c)
Encrypted data until payment is made
d)
Damaged files
e)
Caused financial losses
5.
The ransomware known as ______ targeted Windows users and demanded payment to restore access to their files. (a)
Choose from the below words
WannaCry
CryptoLocker
Locky
Cerber
6.
Which statements are true about spyware as discussed in the reading?
a)
It can target mobile phones.
b)
It can monitor keystrokes.
c)
It protects user privacy.
d)
It is always detected by antivirus software.
e)
It can be installed after unauthorized access.
7.
A hacker installs spyware on a user's computer. What specific sensitive information could the hacker gain?
a)
The user's favorite color.
b)
Access to their confidential login details.
c)
Their full list of installed programs.
d)
The total data storage capacity.
8.
Which of the following accurately describe methods hackers use to gain unauthorized access?
a)
Stealing hardware
b)
Social engineering
c)
Using forgotten password tools
d)
Firewall installation
e)
Brute-force attack
9.
In the context of cyber-security, what is social engineering?
a)
Hiding harmful programs within legitimate files.
b)
Using automated tools to guess many passwords.
c)
Blocking access to files until a fee is paid.
d)
Gathering personal information to guess passwords.
10.
Brute-force attacks are a method used by hackers to guess passwords by trying every possible combination.
a)
True
b)
False
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