2025 Digital Defence (Upper Primary)

You received an unexpected email from your friend about winning a prize if you click on the link. However, the email looks suspicious, there are spelling errors and grammar mistakes. You suspect your friend might not have sent it, and his/her email account may have even been hacked. What should you do next?

• Alert your friend and advise him to reset his password.

• Do not click any links.

• Report the email as a phishing email.

• All of the above

Which of these is a threat from the digital domain?

• Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure

• Hackers stealing personal data

• Spreading of fake news online

• All of the above

Which of these is not a type of fake news?

• Credible Sources

• False Context

• Misleading Content

• Clickbait

WHICH OF THESE IS NOT A SIGN OF PHISHING?

• Request for confidential information

• Suspicious attachments

• Websites with correct URLs

• Mismatched and misleading formation

What does an anti-virus software do?

• It helps to remove old files that take up space from your devices.

• It scans your devices for viruses and removes them.

• It helps to organise files in your device.

• It helps to fix your device.

Your parents gave you permission to buy a video game online. How can you tell if the website is secure?

• The URL starts with “https” and your browser shows a green lock symbol.

• The site says it has a “secure checkout”.

• The site prompt you to sign in with a password.

• The site brings you to another web page for payment.

What should you do to keep your password safe?

• Keep it a secret.

• Share with your friends.

• Write it down in a book.

Residents, especially elderly people, can seek help on using their mobile devices (Eg. online shopping, make medical appointments etc) at selected community clubs.

• True

• False

What is a common sign that your computer may be infected with malware?

• Your computer runs slower than usual.

• You can access all websites without issues.

• You receive more spam emails.

• Your internet connection is faster.

How can you verify the authenticity of a news article you read online?

• Only read the headline and make a judgment.

• Share it on social media to see if others believe it.

• Check the author's credentials and the publication date.

• Assume it's true if it has many likes.