Understanding Phishing Techniques

What is the main goal of a phishing attack?

• To improve computer speed

• To trick people into giving away personal information

• To fix security issues

• To install useful software

Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?

• The email comes from your school’s official address

• The email asks you to urgently click a suspicious link

• The email contains your full name and correct details

• The email is written in perfect English with no errors

Phishing attacks often pretend to be from which of the following?

• Your best friend

• Trusted organisations like banks or schools

• Your local football team

• A weather forecast service

What should you do if you receive an email asking for your password?

• Reply with your password

• Ignore it or report it to a teacher or IT support

• Forward it to your friends

• Click all the links to see what happens

Which of the following is NOT a phishing technique?

• Sending fake emails

• Making fake websites

• Asking for personal details over the phone

• Installing antivirus software

A phishing website often tries to look like:

• A video game

• A popular website you trust

• A weather app

• A calculator

What is “spear phishing”?

• A random email sent to millions of people

• A targeted phishing attack aimed at a specific person or group

• A type of fishing in the sea

• A way to speed up your computer

Which of these is the safest way to check if an email is genuine?

• Click the link in the email

• Contact the organisation using their official website or phone number

• Reply to the email and ask

• Forward the email to everyone you know

If a phishing email contains spelling mistakes and odd grammar, what should you do?

• Trust it anyway

• Be suspicious and do not click any links

• Reply with your details

• Print it out

Which of the following is a good way to protect yourself from phishing?

• Use the same password everywhere

• Never update your software

• Be careful with emails and check links before clicking

• Share your passwords with friends