🔐 Cybersecurity Quiz

Question 1

Why should you avoid using the same password on multiple sites?

Accepted Answer

C) One breach can compromise all accounts

Question 2

What makes a zero-day exploit dangerous?

Accepted Answer

B) It’s unknown and unpatched

Question 3

Phishing attacks can be executed through phone calls, not just emails.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Which is an example of social engineering?

Accepted Answer

D) Pretending to be tech support to gain access

Question 5

Two-factor authentication is completely foolproof.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

Accepted Answer

D) Firewall

Question 7

What is the best action if you find a USB stick on the ground?

Accepted Answer

D) Hand it to IT or security team

Question 8

What does ransomware do?

Accepted Answer

B) Encrypts your data and demands money

Question 9

Hackers often target small businesses more than large corporations.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 10

What is a common sign of a phishing email?

Accepted Answer

A) Urgent language and unfamiliar links

Question 11

Which of these is the most secure password?

Accepted Answer

C) M@rbl3$T!m3_19

Question 12

Cybercriminals can use QR codes to launch phishing attacks.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

Deleting a file from your computer means it's gone forever.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 14

What is “steganography” in cybersecurity?

Accepted Answer

C) Hiding data inside images or files

Question 15

You should always click "unsubscribe" on spam emails to stop receiving them.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 16

Hackers can hide malicious code inside image files.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 17

What is a man-in-the-middle attack?

Accepted Answer

C) Intercepting communication between two systems

Question 18

What is a data breach?

Accepted Answer

C) Unauthorized access to data

Question 19

What is a good first step if your personal data has been leaked?

Accepted Answer

B) Change passwords and enable alerts

Question 20

What is the difference between a worm and a virus?

Accepted Answer

B) Worms spread on their own; viruses need user action

Question 21

Using Incognito Mode hides your browsing activity from your internet service provider.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 22

Social engineering exploits technical system flaws.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 23

A firewall alone is enough to secure a network.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 24

Which organization is known for publishing cybersecurity standards?

Accepted Answer

B) NIST

Question 25

Who is considered the first ethical hacker?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Mitnick

Question 26

What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?

Accepted Answer

B) Add another layer of protection

Question 27

Why is ethical hacking important?

Accepted Answer

B) It helps test systems for vulnerabilities

Question 28

Biometric authentication is 100% secure.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 29

What should you do if you suspect an email is phishing?

Accepted Answer

C) Report it and don’t engage

Question 30

Which method best enhances password security?

Accepted Answer

D) Using a passphrase with symbols

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