Cybersecurity Overview

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

  • To ensure no unlawful access to digital data (correct)
  • To enhance internet speed
  • To enable smoother online transactions
  • To promote social media use

Which of the following describes malware?

  • An encryption method for sensitive files
  • Data management software
  • A technique for creating secure passwords
  • Programming intended to harm or misuse systems (correct)

What is a Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack aimed at?

  • Improving network performance
  • Compromising user passwords
  • Securing user accounts
  • Making a resource unavailable to intended users (correct)

Which of the following practices is part of network security?

<p>Safeguarding network infrastructure against unauthorized access (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does social engineering typically involve?

<p>Manipulating individuals into sharing confidential information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of endpoint security?

<p>Securing devices such as smartphones and computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

Study Notes

Cybersecurity Overview

  • Essential for preventing unlawful access to digital data and protecting information from cyber threats.
  • Encompasses practices, technologies, and policies tailored for data safety.

Cyber Threats

  • Represents harmful actions that can endanger systems and data integrity.

Types of Cyber Threats

  • Malware: Malicious software designed to damage or disrupt systems.
  • Phishing: Deceptive communication posing as a legitimate entity to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information.
  • DoS (Denial-of-Service) Attacks: Attempts to make a network resource unavailable by overwhelming it with excessive data.
  • Social Engineering: Psychological manipulation to trick individuals into divulging confidential information.

Cybersecurity Measures

  • Network Security: Focuses on protecting network infrastructure from unauthorized access and potential malfunctions.
  • Endpoint Security: Involves securing devices such as computers and smartphones to prevent exploitation.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

More Like This

Cyber Threats Quiz
3 questions

Cyber Threats Quiz

PicturesqueSapphire avatar
PicturesqueSapphire
Cybersecurity Threats and Campaigns
9 questions
Cybersecurity Threats and Malware
37 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser