Module 04: Security and Safety Quiz

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

Authentication

Siobhan has recently opened a Facebook account and as a new user, is posting frequently and accepting many friend requests. You see a post about an upcoming trip and notice that her profile is open to the public. What can you tell Siobhan to help her use social networking safely?

Be cautious about what information she posts.

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

Because these networks are rarely protected

Which is a first step to deter thieves from accessing your financial information?

Do not provide personal information over the phone or through email.

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.

Social-networking sites have a history of providing tight security and giving users a clear understanding of how security features work.

False, Social-networking sites have a history of providing lax security, of not giving users a clear understanding of how security features work, and of changing security options with little or no warning.

To prevent a laptop from being stolen, you can use a surge protector.

False, To prevent laptops from being stolen, you can use a cable lock

Which of the following is the strongest password?

H@veAGr3atDaY!

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

How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment?

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

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

social media sites

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

Your Facebook profile is private so there is no need to worry about your boss ever seeing your posts such as your Spring Break pictures.

False, You can choose settings to limit who can see what is posted, but beware who you friend as that can then make private information public.

Marcus recently had his cell phone stolen. All of the following are security features that should help him locate his stolen phone EXCEPT which one?

He can use remote tracking to retrace the thief's steps.

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.

Technology can lead to all of the following behavioral risks EXCEPT _____.

higher satisfaction with life

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

letters, numbers, and symbols

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, is an applied science that specifies the design and arrangement of items that you use, such as posture techniques, so that you and items interact efficiently and safely.

Which of the following forms of identity theft involves posing as a legitimate researcher to ask for personal information?

pretexting