SOCIAL ENGINEERING TECHNIQUES Quiz

Test your knowledge on social engineering techniques and cybersecurity best practices with this engaging quiz. Learn how to protect yourself and your sensitive information from cyber threats.

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1
What is dumpster diving?
Looking for discarded info
Searching for valuables
Collecting old electronics
Finding lost pets
2
Which technique uses urgency?
Piggybacking
Baiting
Pretexting
Shoulder Surfing
3
How can you protect against baiting?
Share personal info
Be cautious of offers
Trust everyone online
Accept all free items
4
What is piggybacking?
Sneaking in through windows
Using a fake ID
Riding on someone's back
Following someone into a place
5
Which technique involves looking through trash?
Shoulder Surfing
Dumpster Diving
Pretexting
Baiting
6
What is a common sign of scareware?
New app installations
Unexpected pop-ups
Regular software updates
System performance issues
7
True or False: Pretexting can involve impersonation.
False
True
8
What is scareware?
Fake messages to scare users
Warnings from antivirus
Real virus alerts
Pop-ups for discounts
9
How can you avoid shoulder surfing?
Use privacy screens
Share your screen
Sit in crowded places
Type faster
10
Shoulder surfing involves:
Reading emails secretly
Watching someone type
Listening to phone calls
Hiding behind a wall
11
Pretexting can involve:
Wearing a disguise
Sending fake emails
Creating fake websites
Using authority or uniform
12
Where can sensitive info be found?
On a public website
Written in workspace
In a locked drawer
In a secure vault
13
True or False: Dumpster diving is a safe practice.
True
False
14
What should you do with sensitive info?
Share with friends
Shred it securely
Throw it in trash
Store in open drawers
15
What is baiting in social engineering?
Using fake identities
Offering free items
Hacking into systems
Collecting personal data

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