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WorksheetsTech+: Chapter 4.2.3 - Phishing and Smishing Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary goal of phishing attacks?
To block access to legitimate websites
To send spam emails to users
To prompt users to input confidential data
To install malware on users' devices
Which of the following is a sign of a potentially fake email?
The email contains no links
The email has a professional tone
The email is addressed by your full name
The email contains spelling or grammar mistakes
What is spear phishing?
A targeted phishing attack directed at specific individuals
A phishing attack that uses text messages
A phishing attack that targets large groups of people
A phishing attack that installs ransomware
What should you do if you receive an email that appears to be from a friend but seems suspicious?
Reply to the email asking if they intended to send it
Click on the links to verify their authenticity
Forward the email to your contacts
Ignore the email completely
Why is losing access to your primary email account particularly dangerous?
It deletes all your saved contacts
It can be used to reset passwords for other accounts
It prevents you from sending emails
It blocks access to your social media accounts
What is smishing?
A phishing attack using SMS messages
A phishing attack using emails
A phishing attack targeting social media accounts
A phishing attack using phone calls
Which of the following is an example of a prize or lottery scam?
An attacker sends a fake tech support message
An attacker warns you about unauthorized activity on your account
An attacker claims you’ve won a prize and asks for personal details
An attacker claims your subscription is about to be canceled
What is a common tactic used in tech support scams?
Showing incidental Windows logs to scare users
Sending fake lottery winning messages
Claiming unauthorized activity on your account
Offering free software downloads
What should you do if you receive a bank fraud alert via text message?
Reply to the text message with your account details
Click on the link provided in the message
Contact your bank directly using their official number
Ignore the message completely
What is a common feature of service cancellation scams?
A message warning about unauthorized activity on your account
A message offering free services for a limited time
A message claiming your subscription is about to be canceled due to payment issues
A message asking you to update your software
