CIS 1010 Cyber Security Exam 2021 - HB Quizlet PDF
15. ______1._________ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter.
1. Authentication
34. The goals of email spoofing include luring the user into _______1.________ . Select all that apply.
1. Clicking a link in the message 1. Replying to the message 1. Downloading 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 ________1._______ .
1. Cyberbullying
27. To use a security cable with a smartphone, you may need to add a(n) ________1._______
1. Locking plate
3. The ________1._______ in flat panel fluorescent backlights is difficult to recycle.
1. Mercury
32. By recycling electronics, you can help _______1.________ . Select all that apply.
1. Reuse valuable materials 1. Preserve limited resources 1. Keep toxic materials out of the water we drink
7. Before donating a computer, you should ________1._______ . Select all that apply.
1. Securely remove your personal information 1. Back up and transfer data to your new computer
30. To limit the potential damage from power spikes, use a(n) ______1._________ .
1. Surge suppressor
11. Biometric input devices include _______1.________ . Select all that apply.
1.Fingerprint readers 1. Facial recognition scanners
9. 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
28. Full disk encryption protects _______________ .
A drive or device
5. How is a worm different from a Trojan?
A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.
26. 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.
35. Why is it not safe to connect to public Wi-Fi networks?
Because these networks are rarely protected
1. What would a password manager allow you to do?
Create and store multiple strong passwords.
22. Creating a(n) ______________ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location.
Data backup
25. Which of the following is the strongest password?
H@veАGr3atDay!
13. 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 wiping to retrace the thief's steps.
8. 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.
16. How does encryption work?
It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it.
4. How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment?
Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply.
19. Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password?
Letters, numbers, and symbols
20. As a best practice, always navigate to sensitive accounts through links in email messages you receive.
No
23. For greater network security, leave encryption on your router turned off.
No
6. 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
29. You can monitor and protect your financial data in all of the following ways EXCEPT _______________ .
Requesting a credit report and freezing your credit.
24. Sandra has been getting multiple blank calls every day from an unknown caller. She has also been getting rude emails from email addresses she does not recognize, and intimidating messages on Facebook Messenger from a fake profile. What can you conclude about Sandra?
She is a victim of cyberbullying.
21. Zelda has been a victim of cybersecurity attacks twice, losing considerable sums of money each time. How can she ensure that she does not become a victim to it again? Select all that apply.
She must not open email attachments that she hasn't been expecting. She should try and carry her own WiFi, or create a hotspot using her phone, and avoid unprotected public WiFi networks. She should configure all her gadgets to download and install security updates automatically. She should absolutely not share passwords or account info with anyone.
17. What is a digital certificate?
Technology used to verify a user's identity
31. How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges?
Use a surge protector.
14. Some web browsers do not support plug-ins.
Yes
2. Using a lock screen limits unauthorized access to a device.
Yes
33. Prolonged typing without sufficient breaks can cause nerve damage.
Yes
10. In which of the following situations is a digital certificate useful?
You are signing a rental lease.
18. Which of the following statements about browser security settings is false?
You must keep your accumulated web history as long as you use the browser.