Lesson 6a Physical Vulnerabilities

Explain two ways malware can affect a computer system.

• Slows down the system and steals data

• Improves system performance and enhances security

• Increases internet speed and blocks ads

• Cleans up unnecessary files and boosts memory

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Cyber Security unit mentioned?

• Security

• Prevention

• Legislation

• Marketing

What does a UPS do?

• Provides backup power during outages

• Increases internet speed

• Reduces electricity bills

• Enhances data storage capacity by giving more storage

What are the benefits of a UPS to a business?

• Protects data during power failures

• Increases employee productivity

• Reduces hardware costs

• Improves software performance so that it runs faster

What is the essential learning outcome related to physical vulnerabilities?

• Explain how physical vulnerabilities may be exploited

• Identify physical vulnerabilities

• Discuss the consequences of physical vulnerabilities

• Create new physical vulnerabilities

What is the most common vulnerability relating to computer devices?

• Malware

• Theft

• Phishing

• Hacking

Which of the following is an example of theft related to computer devices?

• Installing a virus

• Breaking-in to a property and stealing device(s)

• Sending spam emails

• Creating a fake website

What might happen if you leave a device behind?

• It will automatically update the operating system

• Someone else might pick it up

• It will become faster

• It will delete all data

In what year was a memory stick containing usernames and passwords for Government Gateway found in a pub car park?

• 2005

• 2008

• 2010

• 2012

What is one method to prevent unauthorized users from accessing data?

• Use encryption

• Use a larger hard drive

• Increase screen brightness

• Install more RAM