Cybersecurity Basics and Best Practices

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

• To prevent all cyberattacks

• To detect and respond to cyber threats

• To expose hackers and cybercriminals

• To block all incoming network traffic

Which of the following is an example of a strong password?

• "123456"

• "Password123"

• "P@ssw0rd$ecure"

• Your first name

What does "Phishing" refer to in cybersecurity?

• A type of malware

• A social engineering attack that tricks people into revealing sensitive information

• A computer virus

• A hardware vulnerability

What does "Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)" add to the login process?

• A second password

• A fingerprint scan

• An extra layer of security by requiring something you know and something you have

• A biometric scan

What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

• To protect your computer from physical damage

• To block all incoming and outgoing network traffic

• To monitor your computer's performance

• To control and filter network traffic to protect against unauthorized access and threats

Which of the following is NOT a common type of malware?

• Virus

• Trojan

• Firewall

• Ransomware

How often should you update your software and operating system to maintain cybersecurity?

• Only when you experience issues

• Once a year

• Whenever you have time

• Regularly and as soon as updates become available

What does "HTTPS" in a website URL indicate?

• A faster website

• A website with no advertisements

• A secure website with encrypted communication

• A government website

What is the main purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

• To increase your social media followers

• To hide your online activity from your internet service provider (ISP)

• To access the dark web

• To make your computer run faster

What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with an attachment you didn't expect?

• Open the attachment to see what it contains

• Delete the email without opening it

• Forward the email to all your contacts

• Reply to the email asking for more information