Recognizing and Preventing Cyber Threats
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Professional Development
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Professional Development
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?
Back
To gain unauthorized access to your accounts
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is a common sign of a malware infection?
Options:
Slow computer performance,
Frequent software updates,
Unread emails in your inbox,
A cluttered desktop
Back
Slow computer performance
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with a suspicious link?
Back
Delete the email without clicking on the link
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you protect your data from a ransomware attack?
Back
Regularly back up your data to offline or cloud storage
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is social engineering in the context of cybersecurity?
Back
Manipulating individuals into revealing sensitive information
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does "DDoS" stand for in cybersecurity?
Back
Distributed Denial of Service
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you reduce the risk of falling victim to a social engineering attack?
Back
Verify the identity of the requester and be cautious about sharing sensitive information
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