Which type of malware locks a user’s data and demands payment for the decryption key?

A) Virus B) Spyware C) Ransomware D) Worm

What is the primary function of a Firewall?

A) To delete viruses from your hard drive B) To encrypt all your personal emails C) To monitor and filter incoming and outgoing network traffic D) To speed up your internet connection

What does the "CIA Triad" in cybersecurity stand for?

A) Cybersecurity, Integrity, Authentication B) Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability C) Control, Identity, Authorization D) Compliance, Investigation, Access

A fraudulent email designed to trick you into revealing sensitive information is known as:

A) Phishing B) Pharming C) Brute Force D) DDoS

Which of these is considered the "weakest link" in most cybersecurity systems?

A) Outdated hardware B) Human error C) Weak encryption algorithms D) Slow internet speed

What does "MFA" stand for in the context of account security?

A) Multi-Factor Authentication B) Mandatory File Access C) Malicious File Analysis D) Mobile Firewall Application

What is a "Zero-Day" vulnerability?

A) A vulnerability that is exactly zero days old B) A weakness exploited before a software developer has a patch for it C) A hacker's first day on the job D) A system that has never been hacked

Which protocol is used to ensure secure, encrypted communication on the web?

A) HTTP B) HTTPS C) SMTP D) FTP

The "Principle of Least Privilege" (PoLP) suggests that:

A) Users should have full administrative access to all files B) Every user should use a guest account C) Users should only be given the access necessary to perform their job D) Passwords should be as short as possible for easy access

What is the main purpose of a "VPN"?

A) To increase the physical storage of your computer B) To create a secure, encrypted tunnel for your internet activity C) To block all ads on every website D) To automatically update your operating system