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What is the term for an intentional effort to steal, expose, alter, disable, or destroy data, applications, or other assets through unauthorized access to a network, computer system, or digital device?
What is the term for an intentional effort to steal, expose, alter, disable, or destroy data, applications, or other assets through unauthorized access to a network, computer system, or digital device?
- Malware (correct)
- Spoofing
- Exploits
- Phishing
Which type of cybercrime involves being contacted by someone posing as a legitimate institution to lure individuals into providing sensitive data?
Which type of cybercrime involves being contacted by someone posing as a legitimate institution to lure individuals into providing sensitive data?
- Spoofing
- Exploits
- Phishing (correct)
- Malware
What common feature is often associated with phishing attempts?
What common feature is often associated with phishing attempts?
- Hyperlinks (typosquatting)
- Sense of urgency
- Unusual sender
- Too good to be true (correct)
What does spoofing refer to in the context of cyber security?
What does spoofing refer to in the context of cyber security?
What do exploits take advantage of to cause unintended behavior in computer software, hardware, or electronic devices?
What do exploits take advantage of to cause unintended behavior in computer software, hardware, or electronic devices?
Study Notes
Cybercrime Terminology
- Cybercrime is an intentional effort to steal, expose, alter, disable, or destroy data, applications, or other assets through unauthorized access to a network, computer system, or digital device.
Phishing
- Phishing involves being contacted by someone posing as a legitimate institution to lure individuals into providing sensitive data.
- A common feature associated with phishing attempts is a sense of urgency or fear.
Spoofing
- Spoofing refers to the act of disguising a communication, such as an email or website, to make it appear as if it came from a trusted source.
Exploits
- Exploits take advantage of vulnerabilities in computer software, hardware, or electronic devices to cause unintended behavior.
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Test your knowledge of cyberattacks and phishing with this ICT 139 finals reviewer. Prepare for the finals by reviewing key concepts related to intentional data theft and fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information.
