Cyber Security Awareness

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Cyber Security Awareness Quiz

Test your knowledge on cyber security with our engaging quiz! Learn essential concepts that can help you stay safe online and protect your personal information.

This quiz includes:

  • 10 multiple-choice questions
  • Real-life scenarios
  • Immediate feedback on your answers
10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by ProtectiveShield742
What does the “https://” at the beginning of a URL denote, as opposed to "http://" (without the “s”)?
That the site has special high definition
That information entered into the site is encrypted
That the site is the newest version available
That the site is not accessible to certain computers
None of the above
Which of the following is an example of a “phishing” attack?
Sending someone an email that contains a malicious link that is disguised to look like an email from someone the person knows
Creating a fake website that looks nearly identical to a real website in order to trick users into entering their login information
Sending someone a text message that contains a malicious link that is disguised to look like a notification that the person has won a contest
All of the above
Which of the following four passwords is the most secure?
Boat123
WTh!5Z
Into*48
123456
Criminals access someone’s computer and encrypt the user’s personal files and data. The user is unable to access this data unless they pay the criminals to decrypt the files. This practice is called …
Botnet
Ransomware
Driving
Spam
Turning off the GPS function of your smartphone prevents any tracking of your phone’s location.
True
False
If a public Wi-Fi network (such as in an airport or café) requires a password to access, is it generally safe to use that network for sensitive activities such as online banking?
Yes, it is safe
No, it is not safe
You get an email at work from an address you don’t recognise. The email warns that your email account has been hacked and you must click on a link immediately to reset your password. What do you do?
Click on the link
Delete the email
Call the police
You get a text message on your mobile phone that says “Congratulations! You’ve won a Apple iPod. Click here to claim your free Apple iPod.” What do you do?
Delete the text
Click, collect and go to lunch early
Phone your mobile service provider
How do you remember a new password?
Add your password to a list of passwords in an Excel spreadsheet
Use a secure password manager
Write it on a post-it and stick it by your desk
You are checking your emails and notice you have another suspicious email asking you to click on a link. What do you call this type of cybercrime?
Phishing
Spam
Pharming
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