Protecting Yourself Online

1. What is the primary focus of cyber security?

• • Preventing physical theft

• • Protecting data and systems from cyber threat

• • Improving internet speed

• • Promoting social media platforms

1. Why is cyber security important in the digital age?

• • To increase online advertising

• • To reduce internet usage

• • To prevent identity theft and data breaches

• To promote social media engagement

1. What is a common method used in cyber attacks to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information?

• • A) Sending birthday cards

• • B) Phishing emails

• • C) Sharing memes

• • D) Posting cat videos

1. How can individuals enhance their cyber security?

• Clicking on all links received via email

• • Sharing passwords with friends

• • Using simple passwords

• • Keeping software updated

1. What should individuals do if they suspect a cyber security incident?

• • Report it to IT support or cyber security authorities

• • Post about it on social media

• • Delete all emails

• • Ignore it

1. What type of malware locks access to files or systems until a ransom is paid?

• • A) Spyware

• • B) Adware

• • C) Ransomware

• • D) Trojan horse

1. Why is using strong passwords important for cyber security?

• • To share them easily

• • To protect personal information

• • To use fewer characters

• • To remember them easily

1. Who benefits from implementing cyber security measures?

• • Only social media platforms

• • Only large corporations

• • Only government agencies

• • Both individuals and organizations

1. What should individuals avoid to reduce the risk of cyber attacks?

• • Keeping software updated

• • Clicking on suspicious links

• • Using strong passwords

• • Reporting incidents promptly

1. What is a critical step in responding to a cyber incident after containment?

• • Post about it on social media

• • Restore data from backups

• • Ignore further precautions

• • Wait for the incident to resolve itself