IC3 - Digital Literacy Certification Digital Literacy Online Safety and Security 1

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a phishing attack?

Accepted Answer

A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity

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A virus that encrypts your files and demands payment

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Software that monitors your keystrokes without your knowledge

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An unauthorized person physically accessing your computer

Question 2

What does HTTPS indicate about a website?

Accepted Answer

Communication between your browser and the website is encrypted

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The website is owned by a government organization

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The website loads faster than standard HTTP sites

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The website has been verified as completely free of malware

Question 3

What is the safest practice when creating passwords for multiple online accounts?

Accepted Answer

Use a unique, complex password for each account, ideally managed with a password manager

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Use one strong password for all accounts so you never forget it

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Include your name and birthdate so you can easily remember them

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Keep passwords short but mix uppercase and lowercase letters

Question 4

What is malware?

Accepted Answer

Any software intentionally designed to cause damage or unauthorized access to systems

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A type of hardware component that slows down your computer

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An outdated operating system that is no longer supported

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A browser extension that blocks advertisements

Question 5

Why is it important to keep your operating system and software updated?

Accepted Answer

Updates patch security vulnerabilities that attackers could otherwise exploit

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Updates improve the visual appearance of the software interface

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Updates remove features that slow down your computer

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Updates are required by law in most countries

Question 6

What is social engineering in the context of cybersecurity?

Accepted Answer

Manipulating people psychologically to divulge confidential information or perform actions

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Using social media platforms to market products to targeted audiences

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Building secure software by involving large teams of developers

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Tracking user behavior across social networks to build advertising profiles