Question 1

Jamie recently downloaded a photo editing app that some of her friends said had some exciting features.Two days later,she found out her email account had been hacked.What kind of malware infected Jamie's computer?
A) Virus
B) Ransomware
C) Worm
D) Trojan

Accepted Answer

Jamie's situation is indicative of a Trojan attack. Trojans are malicious programs disguised as useful software to trick users into downloading them, which then creates a backdoor for hackers to gain access to the system and steal sensitive information, including login credentials.

Question 2

Pierre received an urgent email appearing to come from his boss asking him to respond quickly to the email with the company credit card number so she can pay for a business meal for her new clients.What kind of email is this?
A) Spam
B) Phishing
C) Ransomware
D) Hoax

Accepted Answer

This is an example of a phishing email, where the attacker poses as someone trustworthy to try and trick the recipient into revealing sensitive information like a credit card number. It is important to be cautious and verify the authenticity of such requests before sharing any sensitive information.

Question 3

How could a thief get your credit card statement sent to his address instead of yours?
A) Retrieve your credit card statements from your trash.
B) Steal your credit card from your wallet.
C) Open a bank account in your name.
D) Fill out a change of address form at the post office.

Accepted Answer

By filling out a change of address form at the post office, the thief can redirect your mail, including your credit card statement, to his own address without your knowledge.

Question 4

Sean drifted off while riding the bus home from work.When he woke up,he realized his smartphone was not in his jacket pocket where he usually carries it.However,he's not certain he picked it up off his desk when he left work.What security feature would ensure that no one who might have taken it can access Sean's email while he looks for his phone?
A) Thief picture
B) Remote lockout
C) Last known location
D) Remote wipe

Accepted Answer

Remote lockout allows the owner of the device to lock the phone from a remote location, preventing unauthorized access to emails and other sensitive information.

Question 5

As Mia swipes her security card and is about to walk into her office building,a young man carrying several doughnut boxes clumsily approaches the door and asks her to hold it open for him.What kind of social engineering attack is this?
A) Authority
B) Urgency
C) Trust
D) Intimidation

Accepted Answer

The answer of As Mia swipes her security card and...

Question 6

What information do you need to decrypt an encrypted message?
A) Key
B) Password
C) Digital certificate
D) A code on your smartphone

Accepted Answer

To decrypt an encrypted message, you need the key used to encrypt the message. Without the key, it is virtually impossible to decrypt the message.

Question 7

When David tries to connect to his home Wi-Fi network,he finds that the router's default Wi-Fi password isn't working even though it worked earlier that day.He resets the device so all the default settings are restored.Two days later,the same problem happens again.What should he change so attackers can't keep reconfiguring his router?
A) Wi-Fi password
B) SSID
C) Access password
D) Guest access

Accepted Answer

David should change the access password to his router. This is the password used to log into the router's administrative interface, not the Wi-Fi password. If attackers are reconfiguring his router, it means they have access to this interface. Changing the Wi-Fi password, SSID, or guest access settings would not prevent unauthorized access to the router's settings.

Question 8

Mariella is ready to do some studying at a local coffee shop before her final exam in two days.As she settles in,the manager announces an evil twin attack is in progress and everyone should ensure they're connected to the shop's own Wi-Fi.Mariella checks her phone and finds it has already connected to the attacker's network.What should she do to protect her phone in the future?
A) Delete the coffee shop's Wi-Fi from her saved networks
B) Disable automatic Wi-Fi connections
C) Use the phone's cellular signal instead of Wi-Fi
D) Never access confidential information on her phone

Accepted Answer

By disabling automatic Wi-Fi connections, Mariella can ensure that her phone does not automatically connect to any network without her explicit consent. This will prevent her phone from connecting to the attacker's network again in the future. Deleting the coffee shop's Wi-Fi from her saved networks may not solve the issue if the attacker sets up a new fake network. Using cellular signal instead of Wi-Fi may be an option, but it may not be feasible if the location has poor cellular coverage or if using cellular data is expensive. Avoiding confidential information on her phone is a good practice, but may not prevent her phone from being compromised by attackers.

Question 9

What characteristic makes this password insecure? riv#MICYIP$qazxsw
A) Too short
B) Uses dictionary words
C) Uses names
D) Uses characters in sequence

Accepted Answer

The password includes characters in sequence ("qazxsw" is a sequence on a standard QWERTY keyboard), which can make it more predictable and thus less secure.

Question 10

Jerri just bought a new laptop to replace her old one because she needed some new features only available on newer computers.Which of the following are responsible ways she can dispose of the old computer? Choose two.
A) Donate it to a charity
B) Store it in the attic in case parts are needed later
C) Pack it in a sealed box before throwing it away
D) Take it an electronics recycling center

Accepted Answer

Donating to a charity can give the old computer a new life if it's still functional, benefiting someone in need. Taking it to an electronics recycling center ensures it is disposed of in an environmentally responsible way, as these centers are equipped to handle electronic waste properly.

Question 11

When you access a secure website,what information does your browser use to verify that web server's identity and encryption information?
A) Password
B) Encryption key
C) Digital certificate
D) TIN (tax identification number)

Accepted Answer

When accessing a secure website, the browser will use the web server's digital certificate to verify its identity and encryption information. The digital certificate is a document issued by a trusted third-party organization, such as a Certificate Authority, that contains the website's public key and other identifying information. The browser will use this information to establish a secure connection with the website, ensuring that any data exchanged between the two is encrypted and protected from third-party interception or tampering. The password and TIN are not used for this purpose, and an encryption key may be part of the server's encryption process but is not sufficient on its own to verify its identity.

Question 12

Which of the following is the most secure password?
A) $t@rw@r$" 
B) Passw%rd12345
C) Qwertyuiop[]
D) Elephantstarburstrubikseattle

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the most...

Question 13

What is the minimum password length recommended by most security experts?
A) 15-20 characters
B) 8 characters
C) 12-15 characters
D) 30-40 characters

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the minimum password length recommended...

Question 14

Ricky's social media account was recently hacked.Within a week,all of his bank accounts and email accounts had also been hacked.What could Ricky have used to prevent the original attack from affecting so many accounts?
A) Strong password
B) Password manager
C) Remote lockout
D) Encryption

Accepted Answer

Using a password manager would have allowed Ricky to have unique and strong passwords for each of his accounts, reducing the impact of a single account being compromised. It also enables him to change passwords quickly and easily in case of a breach.

Question 15

Lyle recently got a computer virus and had to pay for a technician to clean his computer.What should Lyle do to protect his computer from another virus?
A) Add a password to the computer
B) Only check email on his smartphone
C) Install anti-malware
D) Stop using social media sites

Accepted Answer

Installing anti-malware software is the most effective way to protect a computer from viruses and other malware. Adding a password and avoiding certain online activities, like social media, may help reduce the risk of a virus but will not fully protect the computer. Only checking email on a smartphone may not be convenient or feasible for everyone.

Question 16

Eric's brother,Simon,recently posted a YouTube video talking about Eric's low science grades due to spending too much time playing video games.The video explains how Eric got in trouble with their parents and has been grounded.Which of the following is the best description of Simon's behavior?
A) Cyberstalking
B) Technology addiction
C) Cyberbullying
D) Bullying

Accepted Answer

Simon's behavior is considered cyberbullying because he is publicly shaming and embarrassing his brother by posting a video about his low grades without his consent.

Question 17

There was a thunderstorm last night,and this morning,Sabine's computer won't turn on.What kind of electrical change most likely damaged her computer?
A) Surge
B) Blackout
C) Noise
D) Brownout

Accepted Answer

A thunderstorm can cause a surge in electric current, which can overload and damage electronic devices such as Sabine's computer.

Question 18

Jackson just saved his research paper on his USB flash drive so he can take it to school with him and work on it in the library's computer lab.What kind of data is the file on his flash drive?
A) Data in transit
B) Data in use
C) Encrypted data
D) Data at rest

Accepted Answer

The file is saved on the USB flash drive and not actively being accessed or modified, therefore it is data at rest.

Question 19

Reggie works for a health insurance company and spends many hours each day entering data into a database.Recently he started complaining to his doctor about lower back pain that just won't go away.Which of the following might his doctor be most likely to recommend? Choose two.
A) Place his computer on a convertible stand-up desk
B) Ask for different job responsibilities
C) Take more frequent breaks
D) Quit his job and work from home

Accepted Answer

Sitting for extended periods of time is a common cause of lower back pain, so placing his computer on a convertible stand-up desk and taking more frequent breaks to stretch and move around could help alleviate his pain. Asking for different job responsibilities or quitting his job may not be necessary if the issue can be addressed through ergonomic changes and breaks.

Question 20

Jodie likes to answer surveys on social media about her pets,where she grew up,what her favorite foods are,and where she goes for vacation.Why could this be a problem?
A) People might think badly of her for some of her choices.
B) Spending too much time on social media could negatively affect her health.
C) Hackers could use this information to answer security questions and access her online accounts.
D) Those surveys often ask for information such as Social Security number or credit card number.

Accepted Answer

By sharing personal information in surveys, Jodie could be making it easier for hackers to access her online accounts by answering security questions such as "What is your favorite pet's name?" or "Where did you grow up?". It is important to be cautious about the information shared on social media, especially when it comes to personal details.

Quiz 6: Managing Data With Data Tools

Jamie recently downloaded a photo editing app that some of her friends said had some exciting features.Two days later,she found out her email account had been hacked.What kind of malware infected Jamie's computer?

Pierre received an urgent email appearing to come from his boss asking him to respond quickly to the email with the company credit card number so she can pay for a business meal for her new clients.What kind of email is this?

How could a thief get your credit card statement sent to his address instead of yours?

As Mia swipes her security card and is about to walk into her office building,a young man carrying several doughnut boxes clumsily approaches the door and asks her to hold it open for him.What kind of social engineering attack is this?

What information do you need to decrypt an encrypted message?

What characteristic makes this password insecure? riv#MICYIP$qazxsw

Jerri just bought a new laptop to replace her old one because she needed some new features only available on newer computers.Which of the following are responsible ways she can dispose of the old computer? Choose two.

When you access a secure website,what information does your browser use to verify that web server's identity and encryption information?

Which of the following is the most secure password?

What is the minimum password length recommended by most security experts?

Ricky's social media account was recently hacked.Within a week,all of his bank accounts and email accounts had also been hacked.What could Ricky have used to prevent the original attack from affecting so many accounts?

Lyle recently got a computer virus and had to pay for a technician to clean his computer.What should Lyle do to protect his computer from another virus?

Eric's brother,Simon,recently posted a YouTube video talking about Eric's low science grades due to spending too much time playing video games.The video explains how Eric got in trouble with their parents and has been grounded.Which of the following is the best description of Simon's behavior?

There was a thunderstorm last night,and this morning,Sabine's computer won't turn on.What kind of electrical change most likely damaged her computer?

Jackson just saved his research paper on his USB flash drive so he can take it to school with him and work on it in the library's computer lab.What kind of data is the file on his flash drive?

Reggie works for a health insurance company and spends many hours each day entering data into a database.Recently he started complaining to his doctor about lower back pain that just won't go away.Which of the following might his doctor be most likely to recommend? Choose two.

Jodie likes to answer surveys on social media about her pets,where she grew up,what her favorite foods are,and where she goes for vacation.Why could this be a problem?