Processes And Practices CyberSecurity Quiz

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    Social media is a common place for hackers to steal personal information. Which social media outlet is a hacker's favorite target?

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Snapchat
    • Myspace
    • Twitter
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  • 2. 

    Phishing is a common cybersecurity threat. Phishing emails are designed to mimic emails from trusted institutions. They will tempt you to click on a link that will direct you to a fake website where their goal is to steal personal information. Below are three examples of phishing emails and one authentic email. Choose the authentic email.

    • Option 1

    • Option 2

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Option 4
  • 3. 

    Passwords are used to protect valuable personal information. A strong password is essential for protection against cybersecurity threats. There are certain rules that can optimize a password's effectiveness. Below are four passwords. Please choose the strongest password.

    • !Br@3Mp9q

    • C@B36gRL610

    • BanK!48#Cp

    • SSaLC!b6%9h

    Correct Answer
    A. !Br@3Mp9q
    Explanation
    The password "!Br@3Mp9q" is the strongest password because it includes a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. This combination makes it more difficult for hackers to guess or crack the password. Additionally, the password is longer than the other options, which also adds to its strength.

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    Many employees are granted access to sensitive internal information about their employer. However, when an employee is fired or laid-off there can be a temptation to steal private information before they leave. What percent of employees steal proprietary data from their employer before they leave the company?

    • 33%

    • 59%

    • 77%

    • 94%

    Correct Answer
    A. 59%
    Explanation
    59% of employees steal proprietary data from their employer before they leave the company. This suggests that a significant number of employees are tempted to take sensitive internal information with them when they are terminated or laid-off. This highlights the importance for companies to have strict security measures in place to protect their proprietary data and prevent unauthorized access or theft.

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    Exploit kits are used by hackers to infiltrate software through various programs stored on your computer. What percentage of computers are vulnerable to exploit kits?

    • 50%

    • 66%

    • 88%

    • 99%

    Correct Answer
    A. 99%
    Explanation
    Exploit kits are powerful tools used by hackers to exploit vulnerabilities in software. They can target various programs installed on a computer, making it easier for hackers to infiltrate the system. The given answer of 99% suggests that a large majority of computers are vulnerable to exploit kits. This highlights the importance of regularly updating software and implementing strong cybersecurity measures to protect against potential attacks.

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