Which is an example of pretexting?

Impersonating IT support to get your password

Tailgating in cybersecurity refers to:

Physically following someone into a restricted area

Regular software updates help by:

Fixing security vulnerabilities

What does ransomware do?

Encrypts files until a ransom is paid

Which email is likely a phishing attempt?

"Urgent! Click here to reset your password immediately!"

A firewall’s main purpose is to:

Monitor network traffic and block threats

Why use a password manager?

Stores all passwords in one secure place

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1
Which is an example of pretexting?
Impersonating IT support to get your password
Sending fake lottery winning alerts
Leaving infected USB drives in public
Hacking a website directly
2
The latest Wi-Fi security protocol is:
WPA2
WEP
WPA3
SSL
3
What makes a strong password?
JohnDoe1985
12345678
P@ssw0rd!2023
password123
4
Tailgating in cybersecurity refers to:
Hacking a server
Physically following someone into a restricted area
Creating fake websites
Sending spam emails
5
Regular software updates help by:
Adding new features
Reducing storage space
Speeding up your device
Fixing security vulnerabilities
6
A zero-day exploit targets:
Unknown vulnerabilities
Public Wi-Fi
Outdated software
Weak passwords
7
A VPN primarily:
Blocks ads
Prevents phishing
Increases download speed
Encrypts internet traffic
8
Which malware spreads without human intervention?
Ransomware
Trojan
Virus
Worm
9
What’s the FIRST step if you suspect a breach?
Post about it online
Restart your device
Disconnect from the internet
Ignore it
10
What does HTTPS ensure?
Faster website loading
Free website access
Encrypted data transmission
Malware scanning
11
Which is a biometric factor?
PIN code
Email verification
Security question
Facial recognition
12
Which is NOT a valid 2FA method?
Fingerprint scan
Password + security question
SMS code
Authenticator app
13
What does ransomware do?
Spams your contacts
Monitors keystrokes
Encrypts files until a ransom is paid
Steals credit card data
14
Which email is likely a phishing attempt?
"Your package delivery confirmation."
"Monthly newsletter: Company updates inside."
"Urgent! Click here to reset your password immediately!"
"Your bank statement is ready; log in via our secure portal."
15
A firewall’s main purpose is to:
Monitor network traffic and block threats
Encrypt emails
Delete viruses
Generate passwords
16
Why use a password manager?
Slows down your device
Generates weak passwords
Shares passwords publicly
Stores all passwords in one secure place
17
Oversharing on social media can lead to:
Identity theft
Free gifts
Faster internet
Better ad targeting
18
Why should you avoid online banking on public Wi-Fi?
It’s always illegal
Risk of data interception
Requires a VPN
Slow speeds

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