Cyber Security Topics in IGCSE Computer Science

What is a type of malware that replicates itself to spread to other computers?

A type of social engineering attack that involves tricking someone into giving out confidential information is called:

• Phishing

• Brute Force

• Denial of Service

• SQL Injection

Which network security threat involves overwhelming a system with traffic to make it unavailable?

What is a security measure that involves verifying the identity of a user before granting access?

• Authentication

• Encryption

• Firewall

• Antivirus

Which type of malware is designed to demand payment to restore access to data?

The term for a social engineering attack that involves creating a fake website to steal information is called:

• Phishing

• Vishing

• Smishing

• Pharming

A network security threat that involves unauthorized access to data during transmission is called:

• Phishing

• Eavesdropping

• Spoofing

• Denial of Service

What is a security measure that involves using software to detect and remove malicious programs?

• Firewall

• Antivirus software

• Encryption

• Password management

Which type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software to gain access to systems?

A social engineering attack that involves manipulating someone to perform actions or divulge information is known as:

• Phishing

• Baiting

• Pretexting

• Tailgating