Cyber Security Self Assessment

What is Malware?

Any software that is designed to compromise a network or device

A worm that infects a device and disrupts operations

Ransomware which locks out a user of a network or device until fees are paid

Infecting of a network or device to act as "bots" making a network or device do things for the attacker

All of the above

True or False: You are fully protected from Malware so long as you have anti-virus or anti-malware installed, and automatic updates set up?

True

False

There are many things that you can do to protect against Malware- select all that apply:

Learning to identify phishing

Immediately proceed to remediation after you click on a malicious link

Downloading suspicious attachments only after scanning with anti-virus programs

Keeping all devices and software up to date

Backing up your files regularly

Only exercise caution with links from random or unknown sources

Why is it important to apply security updates to your device as soon as they are available? Select all that apply.

It keeps the devices running, otherwise the programs will suddenly stop working

They are not really necessary since they just apply new features to your devices

They keep your device up to date on the latest threats and protects against them

To improve the performance of your devices and keep them relevant

Why should you back up your computer/device?

To give you enough distance to that you don't strain your eyes

To regain all the data in the event of the original being lost

Prevent drinks or food from spilling on it

So that someone can steal all of your information and leave you with nothing

What are the benefit of using a two (or more) step verification method? Select all that apply

It keeps anyone from finding out your password

It protects your computer from being accessed offsite

It prevents identity theft

It keeps your account secure

You have found someone's lost flash drive in the Student Union. What should you do?

Plug it in so that you can delete all the files

Plug it in and open the files in attempt to find the owner's name so that you can return it

Do not plug it in since it could be a risk to your computer, a CSUSB computer, or network

Plug it in to a different computer in case it does have a virus or something

When creating or changing your MyCoyote password, you should:

Pick a 1-2 word password about something significant in your life

Write it down in your school/work folder since its a complex password you created for extra security

Add numbers and special characters to your password like @ for A, 3 for E, or $ for S

Turn it into a passphrase of random words that you can remember

Performing any kind of transactions or downloads over the internet can cause harm and put you at riskof having your information stolen and infecting our device. What steps can you take to be as secure as possible when performing such actions? Select all that apply:

Check that the site is security enabled such as web addresses with "https://"

Using the link to login to your account that your bank has sent to you via email

Make sure your activities happen only on an official and reputable sources

Check the address bar for correct address such as "https://csusb.edu" instead of "http://csusb.com"

Using free WiFi to transfer money to a friend since cell data isn't working

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