What is a zero-day exploit?

A weakness in software that hackers exploit before vendors are aware

What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?

To trick the victim into revealing private or sensitive information

What was created under the Cybersecurity Act of 2015?

Health Care Industry Cybersecurity (HCIC) Task Force

How does a worm differ from a virus?

A worm spreads automatically, while a virus needs human action

A hidden software that disguises viruses and malware

What are the three key ePHI qualities that cybercrimes can compromise?

Integrity, Availability, Confidentiality

Which security risk is unique to mobile devices?

Physical compromise (loss or theft)

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1
What is a zero-day exploit?
A security vulnerability that has already been patched
A weakness in software that hackers exploit before vendors are aware
An attack that requires user permission to install malware
A new security software update
2
Botnets are legal tools used by cybersecurity experts to enhance data protection.
False
True
3
What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?
To block a user’s access to the internet
To trick the victim into revealing private or sensitive information
To encrypt data and demand ransom
To overload a network with fake traffic
4
What was created under the Cybersecurity Act of 2015?
Federal Cybersecurity Network
Medical Information Protection Agency
Health Care Industry Cybersecurity (HCIC) Task Force
National Health Cybersecurity Association
5
Spyware is a type of malware that collects user information without their knowledge.
False
True
6
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Trojan Horse
Virus
Worm
Firewall
7
How does a worm differ from a virus?
Worms only affect mobile devices
A worm spreads automatically, while a virus needs human action
A worm is harmless, while viruses are dangerous
A worm requires human interaction, but a virus does not
8
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) can enhance security for remote workers.
True
False
9
What is a rootkit?
A security measure to prevent hacking
A type of phishing attack targeting executives
A tool to reset passwords
A hidden software that disguises viruses and malware
10
What are the three key ePHI qualities that cybercrimes can compromise?
Security, Accessibility, Privacy
Data Loss, Backup, Prevention
Integrity, Availability, Confidentiality
Encryption, Firewalls, Protection
11
Which security risk is unique to mobile devices?
Lack of antivirus protection
Unsecured wireless networks
Cloud storage limitations
Physical compromise (loss or theft)
12
Medical devices connected to the internet are potential security risks in hospitals.
False
True

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