Cyber Security Threats Quiz

Cyber Security Threats Quiz

10th Grade

10 Qs

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Cyber Security Threats Quiz

Cyber Security Threats Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

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10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Roger Thompson

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is ransomware?

A tool for strengthening data encryption

Software that encrypts data, demanding payment for access

A program that helps recover lost data

A virus that deletes data permanently

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does phishing typically involve?

Sending legitimate-looking emails to obtain sensitive information

Offering free software downloads

Encrypting files without the user's consent

Sending spam emails with no harmful intent

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What characterizes an insider threat?

Misuse of access by employees or contractors

Regular data backups by insiders

Threats from external hackers only

Use of strong passwords by employees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a DDoS attack?

Decrypting user data without permission

Overloading a system with traffic to make it inoperable

Stealing passwords through fake websites

Sending legitimate emails to verify user accounts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of phishing attacks?

To improve network security

To provide entertainment

To advertise products

To trick individuals into revealing sensitive information

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can organizations protect against insider threats?

By ignoring the potential for internal threats

By outsourcing security management

By providing unrestricted access to all employees

By conducting regular security training and monitoring

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do AI-based attacks pose a threat?

By making attacks more predictable

By improving firewall security

By slowing down network speeds

By automating and sophisticating attack generation

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