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What is the main goal of phishing attacks?

To steal sensitive data like credit card and login information (correct)
To provide authentic information to users
To install malware on the victim's machine
To send a large number of emails to random people

Which of the following is a common method used by attackers in phishing attacks?

Posing as a known institution to lure individuals into providing sensitive data (correct)
Sending friendly reminders with no personal information requests
Providing links to legitimate websites only
Asking users to rotate passwords regularly

Why is it dangerous to click on hyperlinks in doubtful emails?

They can install malware on the victim's machine (correct)
They provide helpful tips for online safety
They lead to sources of authentic information
They redirect to secure websites

What should users do if they receive a threatening message from a bank?

Ignore the message and delete it (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which action can help prevent falling victim to phishing attacks?

Rotating passwords regularly (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of phishing messages?

They look authentic and attempt to get users to reveal their personal information (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can an SSL Certificate help in securing online traffic?

By encrypting communication between the user's browser and the website server (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of installing firewalls and updating them regularly?

To prevent unauthorized access to the user's computer or network (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advisable to avoid entering personal information in pop-up screens?

Because legitimate companies do not request such details through pop-ups (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a useful tip for protecting against online frauds?

Never clicking on malicious links included in emails (C) Signup and view all the answers

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