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Cybercrime and Identity Theft

Description: Cybercrime and Identity Theft Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
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What is the term used to describe the unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of computer systems, networks, or data?

  1. Cybercrime

  2. Identity Theft

  3. Malware

  4. Phishing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cybercrime is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of illegal activities carried out using computers, networks, and the internet.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of cybercrime?

  1. Malware Attacks

  2. Identity Theft

  3. Spam

  4. Shoplifting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shoplifting is a physical crime, not a cybercrime.

What is the term used to describe the fraudulent use of someone else's personal information, such as their name, social security number, or credit card number?

  1. Cybercrime

  2. Identity Theft

  3. Malware

  4. Phishing


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Identity theft is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for victims.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used by identity thieves to obtain personal information?

  1. Phishing

  2. Malware

  3. Dumpster Diving

  4. Shoulder Surfing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shoulder surfing is a physical crime, not a cybercrime.

What is the term used to describe a type of malware that encrypts files on a victim's computer and demands a ransom payment to decrypt them?

  1. Ransomware

  2. Virus

  3. Trojan Horse

  4. Worm


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ransomware is a growing threat to individuals and organizations.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of ransomware?

  1. CryptoLocker

  2. WannaCry

  3. Petya

  4. Zeus


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Zeus is a type of banking trojan, not ransomware.

What is the term used to describe a type of cyberattack in which an attacker sends a large number of requests to a website or server in order to overwhelm it and make it unavailable?

  1. DDoS Attack

  2. Malware Attack

  3. Phishing Attack

  4. Man-in-the-Middle Attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

DDoS attacks are a common type of cyberattack that can be used to disrupt websites and online services.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used to prevent DDoS attacks?

  1. Using a CDN

  2. Implementing rate limiting

  3. Using a firewall

  4. Using a VPN


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Using a VPN is not a common method used to prevent DDoS attacks.

What is the term used to describe a type of cyberattack in which an attacker impersonates a legitimate website or organization in order to trick victims into providing personal information?

  1. Phishing Attack

  2. Malware Attack

  3. DDoS Attack

  4. Man-in-the-Middle Attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phishing attacks are a common type of cyberattack that can be used to steal personal information and compromise online accounts.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of phishing attack?

  1. Spear Phishing

  2. Whaling

  3. Smishing

  4. Vishing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Smishing is a type of phishing attack that uses SMS messages to trick victims.

What is the term used to describe a type of cyberattack in which an attacker intercepts communications between two parties in order to eavesdrop on or modify the communications?

  1. Man-in-the-Middle Attack

  2. Malware Attack

  3. Phishing Attack

  4. DDoS Attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Man-in-the-middle attacks are a common type of cyberattack that can be used to intercept and modify communications.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks?

  1. Using a VPN

  2. Using a firewall

  3. Using strong encryption

  4. Using a proxy server


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Using a proxy server is not a common method used to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.

What is the term used to describe a type of cybercrime in which an attacker uses social engineering techniques to trick victims into providing personal information or performing actions that compromise their security?

  1. Social Engineering Attack

  2. Malware Attack

  3. Phishing Attack

  4. DDoS Attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social engineering attacks are a common type of cybercrime that can be used to steal personal information and compromise online accounts.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of social engineering attack?

  1. Baiting

  2. Tailgating

  3. Pretexting

  4. Quid Pro Quo


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Quid Pro Quo is not a common type of social engineering attack.

What is the term used to describe a type of cybercrime in which an attacker uses malicious software to gain unauthorized access to a computer system or network?

  1. Malware Attack

  2. Phishing Attack

  3. DDoS Attack

  4. Man-in-the-Middle Attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malware attacks are a common type of cybercrime that can be used to steal personal information, compromise online accounts, and disrupt computer systems.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of malware?

  1. Virus

  2. Trojan Horse

  3. Worm

  4. Adware


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adware is not a common type of malware.

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