Cyber Security

Question 1

This is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks.

Answer 1

Cyber Security

Question 2

Any technology, be it software or hardware, used to keep intruders out of computers, servers, networks and mobile devices.

Answer 2

Firewall

Question 3

A person who attempts to gain unauthorized access to a system with the intent to cause mischief, damage, or theft. They can be motivated by greed, a political agenda, or simply boredom.

Answer 3

Hacker

Question 4

The result of a hacker successfully breaking into a system, gaining control of its network, and exposing its data, usually personal data covering items such as credit card numbers, bank account numbers, social security numbers, and more.

Answer 4

Data Breach

Question 5

The process of identifying a user’s identity, making sure that they can have access to the system and/or files. This can be accomplished either by a password, retina scan, fingerprint scan, or sometimes even a combination of the above.

Answer 5

Authentification

Question 6

Coding that’s used to protect your information from hackers. Think of it like the code cipher used to sned a top-secret coded spy message.

Answer 6

Encryption

Question 7

A form of malware used by hackers to spy on you and your computer’s activities. If a mobile device such as a smartphone is infected with spyware, a hacker can read your text messages, redirect your phone calls and even track down where you are physically located.

Answer 7

Spyware

Question 8

It is a wide variety of bad software used to infect and/or damage a system. Ransomware, worms, viruses, and trojans are all considered malware. it’s most often delivered via spam emails.

Answer 8

Malware