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Cybersecurity Threats in Education and Research Institutions

Description: This quiz aims to test your knowledge about cybersecurity threats faced by educational and research institutions. It covers various aspects of cyber risks, including phishing attacks, data breaches, malware infections, and more.
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of cybersecurity threat faced by educational institutions?

  1. Phishing attacks

  2. Ransomware attacks

  3. Denial-of-service attacks

  4. Physical security breaches


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Physical security breaches, such as unauthorized access to buildings or equipment, are not typically considered a cybersecurity threat.

What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?

  1. To steal sensitive information

  2. To disrupt network operations

  3. To infect systems with malware

  4. To gain unauthorized access to systems


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phishing attacks aim to trick victims into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, by disguising themselves as legitimate entities.

Which type of malware is designed to encrypt files and demand a ransom payment for their decryption?

  1. Spyware

  2. Adware

  3. Ransomware

  4. Botnet


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ransomware encrypts files on a victim's computer and demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key.

What is the term for a network attack that floods a target system with traffic, causing it to become unavailable?

  1. Man-in-the-middle attack

  2. Denial-of-service attack

  3. Phishing attack

  4. Malware attack


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A denial-of-service attack overwhelms a target system with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users.

Which of the following is a common method used by cybercriminals to gain unauthorized access to systems?

  1. Brute-force attacks

  2. Social engineering attacks

  3. Zero-day exploits

  4. Malware infections


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brute-force attacks involve trying different combinations of passwords or encryption keys until the correct one is found.

What is the term for a malicious software program that can replicate itself and spread from one computer to another?

  1. Virus

  2. Worm

  3. Trojan horse

  4. Botnet


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A worm is a self-replicating malware program that can spread from one computer to another without user interaction.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for protecting against phishing attacks?

  1. Using strong passwords

  2. Being cautious of suspicious emails

  3. Enabling two-factor authentication

  4. Clicking on links in emails from unknown senders


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Clicking on links in emails from unknown senders is a common way for phishing attacks to succeed.

What is the term for a network of compromised computers controlled by a single entity?

  1. Botnet

  2. Malware

  3. Ransomware

  4. Phishing attack


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A botnet is a network of compromised computers controlled by a single entity, often used for malicious purposes such as launching DDoS attacks or sending spam emails.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of data breach?

  1. Malware infections

  2. Phishing attacks

  3. Insider threats

  4. Denial-of-service attacks


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Denial-of-service attacks are not typically considered a type of data breach.

What is the term for a security measure that involves requiring multiple forms of authentication?

  1. Multi-factor authentication

  2. Single-factor authentication

  3. Two-factor authentication

  4. Three-factor authentication


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Multi-factor authentication requires multiple forms of authentication, such as a password and a fingerprint scan, to access a system.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for protecting against malware infections?

  1. Using antivirus software

  2. Keeping software up to date

  3. Being cautious of suspicious downloads

  4. Disabling firewalls


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disabling firewalls is not a recommended practice for protecting against malware infections.

What is the term for a security measure that involves encrypting data in transit?

  1. Encryption

  2. Decryption

  3. Hashing

  4. Salting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Encryption involves converting data into a form that cannot be easily understood without the appropriate key.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of cyber attack targeting research institutions?

  1. Phishing attacks

  2. Ransomware attacks

  3. Denial-of-service attacks

  4. Intellectual property theft


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Denial-of-service attacks are not typically targeted specifically at research institutions.

What is the term for a security measure that involves regularly backing up data?

  1. Data backup

  2. Data recovery

  3. Data encryption

  4. Data destruction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Data backup involves regularly copying data to a separate location for safekeeping.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for protecting against insider threats?

  1. Implementing strong access controls

  2. Providing security awareness training

  3. Monitoring user activity

  4. Trusting all employees implicitly


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Trusting all employees implicitly is not a recommended practice for protecting against insider threats.

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