Cyber Awareness Challenge 2024: Boost Digital Vigilance

Results

#1. How often should you update your software and applications for better cybersecurity?

Once a year

Regularly and as soon as updates are available

Every two years

Only when you experience issues

#2. What does the term "zero-day exploit" refer to in the context of cybersecurity?

An attack that occurs at zero minutes past midnight

A type of malware with zero detection rate

A vulnerability that is exploited before a patch is available

A cyber attack that happens within 24 hours

#3. Which social engineering technique involves manipulating individuals into performing actions or divulging confidential information?

Social Engineering

Spoofing

Ransomware

DDoS

#4. What is the term for a deceptive attempt to obtain sensitive information, such as usernames and passwords?

Firewall

Malware

Encryption

Phishing

#5. Which of the following is a type of malware that encrypts files and demands payment for their release?

Adware

Ransomware

Spyware

Trojan

#6. What should you do if you receive an unexpected email with a link or attachment from an unknown sender?

Click on the link or open the attachment out of curiosity.

Reply and ask for more information.

Delete the email without opening it.

Forward it to all your contacts.

#7. What does VPN stand for in the context of online security?

Very Private Network

Virtual Personal Network

Visual Private Network

Virtual Public Network

#8. Which of the following is a strong password practice?

Including personal information like birthdates

Using a combination of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols

Using "password" as the password

Keeping the same password for all accounts

#9. What is the purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA)?

It provides a backup if you forget your password.

It adds an extra layer of security by requiring two passwords.

It allows you to log in from two different devices simultaneously.

It confirms your identity using two different methods.

#10. What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

To encrypt data transmissions

To filter and control network traffic

To scan for malware on your computer

To protect against physical theft

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