by alex
Phishing is a deceptive tactic used by cybercriminals to lure individuals into revealing personal information. By understanding the nuances of phishing, you can better protect yourself from these malicious schemes. Let’s see how well you can spot and avoid phishing attempts. Good luck!
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Phishing Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is phishing?
A type of malware
A technique to steal personal information
A method of encrypting data
A way to improve internet speed
2. Which of the following is a common characteristic of phishing emails?
Personalized greetings
High-quality graphics
Urgent or threatening language
No spelling errors
3. What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender asking for personal information?
Reply with the requested information
Click on any links provided
Delete the email immediately
Forward the email to friends
4. Which of the following is NOT a type of phishing?
Spear phishing
Whaling
Smishing
Dishing
5. What is ‘spear phishing’?
A phishing attack targeting a specific individual or organization
A phishing attack using phone calls
A phishing attack using social media
A phishing attack that infects computers with malware
6. What is a common goal of phishing attacks?
To improve internet speed
To steal sensitive information
To create new software
To enhance social media profiles
7. Which of the following can be a sign of a phishing website?
A secure HTTPS connection
A legitimate company logo
A URL with misspellings or extra characters
Professional design
8. How can you verify the authenticity of an email from your bank?
Reply to the email
Click on the provided link
Call the bank using a known phone number
Forward the email to friends
9. What is ‘smishing’?
Phishing via social media
Phishing via phone calls
Phishing via text messages
Phishing via emails
10. How can you protect yourself from phishing attacks?
Use strong, unique passwords for each account
Share your passwords with trusted friends
Click on links in emails from unknown senders
Ignore security software updates
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