Cyber Security Month 2019

What does the “https://” at the beginning of a URL denote, as opposed to "http://" (without the “s”)?

• The site has special high definition

• Information entered into the site is encrypted

• The site is the newest version available

• 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

A group of computers that is networked together and used by hackers to steal information is called a …

• Botnet

• Rootkit

• DDoS

• Operating System

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

“Private browsing” is a feature in many internet browsers that lets users access web pages without any information (like browsing history) being stored by the browser. Can internet service providers see the online activities of their subscribers when those subscribers are using private browsing?

• Yes

• No

Turning off the GPS function of your smartphone prevents any tracking of your phone’s location.

• True

• False

What kind of cybersecurity risks can be minimized by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

• Use of insecure Wi-Fi networks

• Key-logging

• Malware

• Phishing attacks

To ensure your device and data remain secure and safe, when you install a new app it is good practice to

• Not use too many apps as the smartphone will become less secure

• Block all the app downloads and just use the standard one already on your phone

• Scrutinize permission requests when using or installing smartphone apps

Someone posing as an IT tech requests information about your computer configuration. What kind of attack is this?

• Insider Threat

• Phishing

• Social Engineering

• Whaling

Within our company, IT Security is the responsibility of:

• The Cyber Security Team

• Corporate Security

• Cafeteria Staff

• Everyone