Importance of Cyber Security MCQs

1. What is the primary goal of cyber security?
(A) To make computers faster
(B) To protect systems, networks, and data from cyber threats
(C) To delete unnecessary data from computers
(D) To develop new software programs

2. What does the term “phishing” refer to in cyber security?
(A) A method of hacking into government servers
(B) A technique used to steal sensitive information by pretending to be a trusted entity
(C) A virus that infects only email systems
(D) A way to encrypt data for security

3. What is a firewall used for?
(A) To physically protect a computer from damage
(B) To filter incoming and outgoing network traffic and prevent unauthorized access
(C) To enhance a computer’s speed
(D) To store passwords securely

4. Which of the following is a strong password practice?
(A) Using “123456” as a password
(B) Using a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters
(C) Using the same password for all accounts
(D) Writing down passwords on a sticky note

5. What is ransomware?
(A) A type of malware that locks or encrypts files and demands payment for their release
(B) A software used to speed up a computer
(C) A security tool that prevents phishing attacks
(D) A legal agreement for data sharing

6. What does “two-factor authentication” (2FA) provide?
(A) A way to create multiple accounts with the same password
(B) An extra layer of security by requiring an additional verification step
(C) A method to store passwords securely
(D) A process for detecting viruses in software

7. Which of the following is a cyber security best practice?
(A) Clicking on unknown links in emails
(B) Regularly updating software and security patches
(C) Using “password” as the default login credential
(D) Ignoring security alerts from antivirus software

8. What is social engineering in cyber security?
(A) A technique used to improve website design
(B) A method of tricking people into revealing confidential information
(C) A way of designing secure passwords
(D) A process for detecting network intrusions

9. Why is data encryption important in cyber security?
(A) It prevents malware from infecting a system
(B) It ensures data is unreadable to unauthorized users
(C) It speeds up internet browsing
(D) It creates backup copies of data

10. What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with an attachment?
(A) Open the attachment immediately to check its contents
(B) Reply to the sender for more information
(C) Delete the email or mark it as spam without opening it
(D) Share the email with colleagues