Which of the following is a common method used by cybercriminals to trick people into revealing sensitive information?
Phishing
Downloading antivirus software
Updating social media status
Clearing browser history
#2
What does VPN stand for in the context of online safety?
Virtual Private Network
Very Private Network
Visual Protection Network
Virus Prevention Network
#3
What information should you avoid sharing publicly on social media platforms to protect your privacy?
Your home address
Your favorite movie
Your pet's name
Your first name
#4
What is a common method used by parents to monitor and manage their children's online activities?
Parental control software
Encouraging excessive screen time
Sharing personal passwords
Ignoring online activities
#5
What does HTTPS stand for in the context of web browsing?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
Hyperlink Transmission Protocol System
Hypertext Terminal Processing Service
Highly Encrypted Text Protocol Service
#6
What is the main purpose of a firewall in online security?
To filter incoming and outgoing network traffic
To clean computer viruses
To prevent physical theft of devices
To provide secure web browsing
#7
What is a common method to secure your online accounts with an extra layer of protection?
Using multi-factor authentication
Sharing passwords with friends
Using the same password for all accounts
Saving passwords in browser cookies
#8
What is the term used to describe the practice of creating multiple fake online identities to deceive others?
Catfishing
Pharming
Spoofing
Botnetting
#9
Which of the following is NOT considered a strong password practice?
Using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters
Using easily guessable information like birthdates
Including special characters
Creating long passwords
#10
What is the term used to describe the unauthorized access or use of an individual's personal or financial information for the purpose of committing fraud?
Identity theft
Data breach
Encryption
Phishing
#11
What is a software vulnerability often exploited by cyber attackers, which the software vendor may release a patch to fix?