IT Specialist Cybersecurity

What does cyber security include?

• Only the technology used to protect a computer system from threat

• Only the processes used to protect a computer system from threat

• Both the processes and technology used to protect a computer system from threat

• The software used to enhance the performance of a computer system

Which of the following is NOT an example of a threat to cyber security?

• Cyber attacks

• Cyber crime

• Data loss/theft

• Software updates

What is 'unauthorized access' commonly referred to as?

• Phishing

• Hacking

• Spamming

• Malware

According to the diagram, which of the following is a reason for ensuring cyber security?

• Data changes

• Confidential data

• Legal obligations

• All of the above

According to the learning material, what is considered the biggest threat to cyber security?

• Malware

• Hackers

• People

• System vulnerabilities

Why are passwords used?

• To share information freely

• To protect private and personal information from unauthorized access

• To make it easier to access information

• To create a public profile

What are users required to do with their passwords?

• Share them with friends

• Keep them secret

• Use a common password for all accounts

• Write them down in a public place

How might not keeping a password secret result in a cyber security issue?

• It can lead to improved security

• It can prevent unauthorized access

• It can result in unauthorized access to personal information

• It has no effect on security

What does the term "invariability" refer to in the context of passwords?

• Changing passwords frequently

• Using different passwords for each account

• Using the same password(s) for multiple devices or accounts

• The strength of a password

Which of the following is an example of a weak password?

• A random mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

• A password with a long string of characters

• "password1"

• A password that is used for only one account