2.1 - What is Cybersecurity?
What does the term "cybersecurity" refer to?
What is "Protection of systems and data from digital attacks"
What does the CIA Triad stand for in cybersecurity?
Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
What is phising?
A method of gathering personal information using deceptive emails and websites
Which type of hacker is considered a criminal and faces legal consequences?
Black Hat
What is the purpose of a data broker?
To collect, process, and sell personal data
What is the Internet of Things? (IoT)
A network of devices that connect and exchange data
Which part of the CIA Triad is violated when unauthorized users can view private information?
Confidentiality
Why should you be cautious with privacy policies?
Some use your data to target ads or make money
What makes Grey Hat Hacking unethical or illegal?
It is done without permission
Which of the following companies is not typically involved in web tracking?
The National Park Service
Why is cybersecurity important?
It protects personal information stored and shared on computers
What does the 'Integrity' component of the CIA Triad protect against?
Unauthorized or accidental changes to data
What does the "s" in "https://" indicate?
The site is secure
What is a bug bounty program?
A reward for finding and reporting security vulnerabilities
What is a method to create a unique profile based on your device and settings
What is browser fingerprinting
Which of the following is a risk associated with IoT devices?
They can be hacked to tamper with critical systems like airplanes and pacemakers
What scenario represents a failure in 'Availability'?
A website crashes before a user can access their grades
What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?
To add an extra layer of security
What is penetration testing?
A simulated cyberattack where ethical hacking takes place to find vulnerabilities in a companies security
What is a clear image used to track user behavior
What is a "pixel tracker"
What was the impact of the 2017 Equifax data breach?
It exposed the personal information of 145.5 million people
Which of the following is a concern related to confidentiality?
Wiretapping, Dumpster Diving, snooping,etc
What is a strong password practice?
Using a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special charactersUsing a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters
What is "hacking to promote a political or social cause"
What is hactivism
What is the difference between a first party cookie and a third party cookie?
A first party is from a site that you have visited while a third party is from a site you have not visited before.