Data Security and Theft Quiz

Hannah, Elijah, and Emma are discussing cyber espionage in their tech club. Which of the following actions would NOT usually be part of a cyber spy’s toolkit?

• Using proxy servers.

• Cracking techniques.

• Malicious software like Trojan horses.

• Publicly sharing information on social media.

Answer explanation

Publicly sharing information on social media is not a method of cyber espionage, as it involves open disclosure rather than covert tactics. The other options involve techniques used to secretly gather information.

Evelyn and Ethan are on a secret mission! They just learned that some computer-trained conventional spies might be infiltrating certain activities. Which of the following could be their target?

• Online shopping

• Cybercrimes

• Social media usage

• Software development

Answer explanation

Cybercrimes often involve the use of technology and can include activities like hacking, identity theft, and online fraud, which may require infiltration by spies trained in computer systems.

Ethan, Kai, and Daniel are debating whether espionage is ethical. How might their opinions change depending on their viewpoints?

• It is universally considered unethical

• It depends on one's opinion of the governments involved

• It is always considered ethical if supported by the government

• It is only ethical if it benefits the victim country

Answer explanation

The ethicality of espionage varies based on individual perspectives regarding the governments involved. Some may view it as justified if they support the government conducting the operation, while others may see it as unethical regardless.

Charlotte and Oliver are curious about computer and network surveillance. What is the main thing they would be keeping an eye on?

• Monitoring physical activities

• Monitoring computer activity and data

• Monitoring weather patterns

• Monitoring television broadcasts

Answer explanation

The primary focus of computer and network surveillance is to monitor computer activity and data, ensuring security and compliance, unlike the other options which pertain to different areas.

Priya, Benjamin, and Harper are studying statutory surveillance laws. Which of the following laws is NOT mentioned as part of their lesson?

• Wiretap Act

• Pen Register statute

• Stored Communications Act

• Digital Privacy Act

Answer explanation

The Digital Privacy Act is not mentioned among the statutory surveillance laws, while the Wiretap Act, Pen Register statute, and Stored Communications Act are all recognized laws in this context.

Noah and Luna are curious about surveillance laws! What is the purpose of the provider exception in these laws?

• To allow unlimited access to user data

• To enable telecommunications providers to conduct surveillance for network protection

• To prohibit all forms of surveillance

• To allow surveillance only by government agencies

Answer explanation

The provider exception in surveillance laws allows telecommunications providers to conduct surveillance primarily for network protection, ensuring the integrity and security of their services.

Kai and Aria are learning about information systems. If Arjun tells them that to "monitor" an information system means to keep an eye on what’s happening inside, what does the term "monitor" actually mean in this context?

• To acquire, identify, or scan information stored on an information system

• To delete information from an information system

• To create new information within an information system

• To ignore information stored on an information system

Answer explanation

In information systems, "monitor" refers to the process of acquiring, identifying, or scanning information stored within the system. This is essential for data management and ensuring the integrity of the information.

Michael, David, and Aria are discussing major WikiLeaks moments. Which significant event happened in 2010 that made headlines worldwide?

• Posting of classified U.S. Army video of helicopter attack

• Posting of Sarah Palin’s Yahoo email

• Assange's arrest by UK authorities

• Assange's resignation from WikiLeaks

Answer explanation

In 2010, WikiLeaks posted a classified U.S. Army video showing a helicopter attack in Baghdad, which revealed the killing of civilians and journalists. This event significantly raised awareness about military transparency and government accountability.

During a tech trivia night, Isla, Priya, and James are discussing which secret program gave the NSA access to servers at big companies like Google and Facebook. Can you help them figure out the answer?

• TEMPORA

• Xkeyscore

• PRISM

• Mystic

Answer explanation

PRISM is the program that allowed the NSA to access data from major tech companies like Google and Facebook, enabling surveillance of user communications and data.

James and Aria are debating: 1 + 2 = 3. Is this just a bunch of coincidences... or is there 1 cause behind it?

• Coincidences

• Cause

• Neither

• Both

Answer explanation

1 + 2 = 3 is a mathematical equation where the sum is a direct result of adding the two numbers. This indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, making 'Cause' the correct choice.