7 dumb ways to be a ransomware victim, and how to avoid the embarrassment

The video discusses ransomware threats, focusing on phishing tactics and vulnerabilities like stored passwords and open RDP. It emphasizes the importance of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and patching vulnerabilities like Netlogon and SMB V1. Email hygiene and security measures are also highlighted to prevent phishing attacks.

What method do attackers use to disguise phishing emails?

• As online shopping receipts

• As social media notifications

• As meeting invites or invoices

• As weather alerts

What tool can expose saved group policy preference passwords?

• Microsoft Word

• PowerShell command get GPO password PS1

• Adobe Acrobat

• Google Docs

What is a common vulnerability associated with Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)?

• It is always encrypted

• It is only accessible on weekends

• It is often left open to the web

• It requires no authentication

What is a key strategy to prevent attackers from logging in with stolen passwords?

• Enabling multi-factor authentication

• Disabling all user accounts

• Changing passwords monthly

• Using a single-factor authentication

What is the netlogon vulnerability also known as?

• Zero login

• Zero trust

• Zero hour

• Zero day

What should be implemented to improve email security against phishing?

• Email hygiene programs

• Weekly email newsletters

• Email forwarding

• Email archiving

What is a recommended tool to manage and secure passwords?

• A password manager program

• A text document

• A sticky note

• A spreadsheet