Practice Types Of Cyber Threats (2.2) - Common Types of Cyber Threats

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Question 1.
What is malware?
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Think about software that can cause damage.
Question 2.
What does phishing attempt to do?
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It often involves fake emails or websites.
3Question 3.
What type of malware encrypts files and demands payment?
- Viruses
- Worms
- Ransomware
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Think about types of malware that hold data hostage.
4Question 4.
True or False: Phishing only targets high-profile individuals.
- True
- False
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Consider the broad reach of phishing attacks.
Question 5.
Analyze a phishing email. What indicators can help identify it as fraudulent?
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Compare to known legitimate communications.
Question 6.
Design a security policy for a company to prevent DoS attacks. What key elements would you include?
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Consider both technical and procedural elements.

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