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CFE Prep ICT 2 Cybersecurity Essentials - Quiz 4
CFE Prep ICT 2 Cybersecurity Essentials - Quiz 4
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1
A common threat used to spread malware in the form of a URL that may lead the user to download a virus is called, __.
Trojans
Spyware
Pharming
Phishing
2
Which of the following best describes strong password practices?
Passwords shouldn't contain personal identifying info like a birthdate.
You should use the same password on multiple sites.
Passwords should contain no punctuation or symbols.
Ideal password length should be 4 to 6 characters.
3
What does the lock icon represent in the lower-right corner of the browser window of a website?
A webpage that has a secure connection.
A warning that you are not allowed to view this webpage.
A link to open another site.
A program that prevents you from leaving the page.
4
Which of the following would be considered a strong password?
joesmithpelicanmiddleschool
Kim12345
JLP17#butterflies
mydogSpot
5
Programs that look useful, but actually cause damage to your computer commonly used to spread malware is called __.
Pharming
Spyware
Phishing
Trojans
6
You are creating a new online account. What piece of information that you supply should be strong and hard to break?
A picture of yourself
A user name
An e-mail address
A password
7
Which term describes a self-replicating program that damages the normal operation of a computer?
Worm
Phishing
Virus
Plagiarism
8
Viruses, worms and trojans are common security threats that are often used in spreading:
scams.
malware.
downloads.
passwords.
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Why are computer viruses dangerous?
They can run programs that may harm your computer.
They will cause your browser to popup advertisements
They can invalidate your other software licences.
They will try to sell you things you do not want.
10
Which of the following is an example of a scam?
A friend sends you an e-mail asking to borrow some money.
A pop-up appears in your online game urging you to click the image.
Your teacher sends you an e-mail message with the homework assignment.
Your brother sends you a text message on your mobile device.
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What should you do if a popup appeared while you were playing an online game offering you more points if you clicked it?
Click on the pop-up.
Click the X in the corner of the pop-up to make it go away.
Save the pop-up message until she really needs extra points to win.
Turn off the game and the gaming console.
12
John is surfing the Internet when a window pops up advertising "Free vacations! Click here now!" What should John do?
He should copy the Web site name and share it with his friends.
He should close the pop-up window immediately.
He should click on the link because the link may disappear soon.
He should run an anti-virus program.
13
A fake e-mail message appearing to be from a trusted business, social network or other contact used to spread malware is
Spyware
Phishing
Pharming
Trojans
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A strong password should contain:
at least 1 capital letter, 1 number and 1 symbol, and at least 8 characters
all lowercase characters.
all numbers and capital letters, and be no more than 5 characters long.
your name or the name of your favorite pet.
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You're using a public computer in the lobby of a hotel. What should you be aware of while using the computer?
You won't be able to access sites that require you to enter personal info.
There may be malware on the computer but its no threat to your private info
Public computers are safe because they run the latest security software.
There may be malware on the computer that tracks personal info you enter.
