Ethical Hacking Quiz

What is the main purpose of ethical hacking?

• To steal data from companies

• To find weaknesses in companies' security

• To create new software for companies

• To design websites for companies

Who uses their skills in ethical hacking?

• Software developers

• Cyber Security professionals

• Graphic designers

• Network administrators

What does the term "malware" mean?

• Malicious software

• Computer hardware

• Network protocol

• Data encryption

What is the most common type of malware?

• Worm

• Trojan

• Virus

• Spyware

What is a computer virus?

• A piece of code that enhances computer performance

• A piece of code that disrupts the normal operation of a computer

• A hardware component that speeds up processing

• A software that protects against malware

How do viruses typically infect a computer?

• Automatically without any user interaction

• By requiring some user interaction, such as clicking a link or downloading a file

• By being pre-installed on new computers

• Through physical contact with the computer

Which of the following is NOT a common source of computer viruses?

• Backing Storage Devices

• The Internet

• Email Attachments

• Antivirus Software

Which of the following is a symptom of a computer virus?

• Increased battery life

• Faster internet speed

• Error messages and unwanted pop-up windows

• Improved graphics quality

What might indicate that your computer is infected with a virus?

• The computer starts up faster

• The machine suddenly begins to slow down

• The screen resolution improves

• The keyboard becomes more responsive

What could be a sign of missing files due to a virus?

• Files are appearing unexpectedly

• Files are disappearing with no explanation

• Files are duplicating themselves

• Files are becoming larger in size