Practice Real-world Examples (2.3) - Common Types of Cyber Threats

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Question 1.
What does ransomware do?
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Think of a situation where access is restricted unless payment is made.
Question 2.
What is a common tactic used in phishing?
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Consider how emails may ask you to act immediately to verify an account.
3Question 3.
What was the outcome of the WannaCry ransomware attack?
- $1 billion in damages
- $4 billion in damages
- No significant damages
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Think about the scale of the attack.
4Question 4.
True or False: Phishing involves tricking users into revealing personal information.
- True
- False
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Consider the common tactics used in phishing.
Question 5.
Assess the reasons why ransomware like WannaCry became so effective and widespread.
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Consider technical and emotional aspects that contributed to its success across the globe.
Question 6.
Propose a comprehensive strategy for organizations to protect against phishing incidents similar to the Google Docs scam.
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Think about a combination of technological and educational approaches.

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