CIS 105: Module 6 Security and Safety Exam

Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location

Data backup

Emma downloaded a new game from an unfamiliar website. A few days later, Emma realized her system had been hacked and her credit card numbers were stolen. Without Emma knowing, what type of malware might she have downloaded to her computer?

A trojan

How is a worm different from a Trojan?

A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program

How can an attacker execute malware through a script?

An attacker can attach a script to a program that you download which then infects your computer

_____ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter

Authentication

The news reports a security breach of credit card information at a large department store that has recently laid off many employees. Why should the store investigate the possibility of the breach being from an insider?

Because insiders sometimes create threats after incidents at their places of employment

Why is it not safe to connect to public Wi-Fi networks?

Because these networks are rarely protected

What would a password manager allow you to do?

Create and store multiple strong passwords

There are various risks from attacks on Wi-Fi networks. These include all of the following EXCEPT _____.

Creating malware

After Penny broke up with her boyfriend, he texted some teammates from the track team about some private and intimate moments he and Penny had shared while they were dating. He even lied about their breakup, creating rumors about her behavior. Penny started getting inappropriate looks and advances from the team whenever she was at practice and felt completely humiliated. Penny is a victim of ________

Cyberbullying

Which term refers to the science that specifies the design and arrangement of items you use so you interact with the items efficiently and safely?

Ergonomics

How will you decide which browser security settings to allow and which ones to block?

I will need to review each browser security setting and use my best judgement

Isabel received a message on her computer that appeared to be from the FBI. It informed her that her computer has been locked and she would need to pay a fee to retrieve her data. How would you describe what is happening?

It is most likely ransomware because it is telling her she has to verify payment information to unlock her computer

How does encryption work?

It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it

In terms of privacy, which of the following is a best practice?

Keeping your Social Security number hidden in a locked box in your home

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password?

Letters, numbers, and symbols

What is it called when an attacker convinces you to enter personal information at an imposter website after receiving an email from a person masquerading as an employee from your bank?

Phishing

With more and more people using technology, what physical health diagnosis is on the rise?

Repetitive strain injury

Which of the following types of websites typically provides the least security?

Social media sites

What type of security requires something you know and something you have that no one else has?

Two factor authentication

How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges?

Use a surge protector

How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment?

Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply