Module 3: Cybersecurity

Question 1

Q1: Which of the following is a key step in avoiding phishing scams?
A) Clicking on links immediately
B) Ignoring the sender’s details
C) Checking for a lock icon in the address bar
D) Forwarding the email to a friend

Answer 1

Answer: C

Question 2

Q2: The “CIA” triad in cybersecurity stands for:
A) Confidentiality, Identity, and Authorization
B) Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability
C) Cybersecurity, Integrity, and Authentication
D) Confidentiality, Information, and Access

Answer 2

Answer: B

Question 3

Q3: Which of the following is NOT a recommended characteristic of a strong password?
A) Using personal information
B) Including symbols
C) Having at least 8 characters
D) Using a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters

Answer 3

Answer: A

Question 4

Q4: When creating a password, it is advised to:
A) Use the same password for all accounts
B) Avoid changing it regularly
C) Use a password based on a sentence
D) Keep it simple and easy for others to guess

Answer 4

Answer: C

Question 5

Q5: What type of data security level is used for information that could harm national security if disclosed?
A) Confidential
B) Restrict
C) Classified
D) Open

Answer 5

Answer: C

Question 6

Q6: Which of the following describes “Integrity” in the context of cybersecurity?
A) Allowing all data to be publicly accessible
B) Protecting data from unauthorized modifications
C) Ensuring data is available only to NTU staff
D) Allowing external devices to connect freely to the system

Answer 6

Answer: B

Question 7

Q7: To keep NTU’s data safe, it is recommended to:
A) Leave workstations unlocked
B) Use personal accounts to send work information
C) Follow a clean desk policy
D) Disable encryption on sensitive information

Answer 7

Answer: C

Question 8

Q8: Which of the following teams at NTU is responsible for detecting and responding to cyber-attacks 24/7?
A) Cyber Security Governance
B) Cyber Security Engineering
C) Cyber Security Defense Team
D) Cyber Risk Management

Answer 8

Answer: C

Question 9

Q9: According to NTU’s Acceptable IT Usage Policy (AIUP), which of the following is recommended?
A) Share your password with trusted friends
B) Use NTU email for official communications
C) Forward university documents to personal storage
D) Use Carbon Copy (CC) instead of BCC in mass emails

Answer 9

Answer: B

Question 10

Q10: The “P” in NTU’s general cybersecurity advice acronym “PASS” stands for:
A) Privacy
B) Phishing
C) Passwords
D) Protocol

Answer 10

Answer: C

Question 11

Q11: Which of the following is a good habit for cybersecurity according to NTU’s policy?
A) Disabling antivirus software
B) Frequently changing passwords
C) Sharing your password with colleagues
D) Turning off software updates

Answer 11

Answer: B

Question 12

Q12: What is the main purpose of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
A) To allow multiple users to access an account
B) To enhance security by requiring additional verification steps
C) To make passwords longer
D) To store passwords in an encrypted format

Answer 12

Answer: B

Question 13

Q13: Which type of data security level is intended for data that can be shared with the public?
A) Open
B) Confidential
C) Classified
D) Restrict

Answer 13

Answer: A

Question 14

Q14: When sending mass emails, which method helps keep recipients’ identities confidential?
A) Using CC
B) Using BCC
C) Sending separate emails to each recipient
D) Sharing a public email link

Answer 14

Answer: B

Question 15

Q15: Why is it important to lock your workstation when leaving your desk?
A) To improve computer performance
B) To prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information
C) To ensure automatic updates run smoothly
D) To reduce power consumption

Answer 15

Answer: B

Question 16

Q16: In NTU’s cybersecurity policy, what does “Availability” mean?
A) Ensuring only IT staff can access data
B) Protecting data from modification
C) Ensuring data is accessible and usable when needed
D) Allowing external users to access NTU’s internal data

Answer 16

Answer: C

Question 17

Q17: Which of these is a component of NTU’s Cyber Security Governance?
A) Developing cyber policies and standards
B) Installing antivirus software on student devices
C) Enabling automatic logout on personal devices
D) Creating a public database for all NTU data

Answer 17

Answer: A

Question 18

Q18: Which action should be avoided when handling NTU’s sensitive digital information?
A) Encrypting data
B) Sending it via NTU email
C) Storing it on personal, unsecured drives
D) Using secure organizational accounts for transfer

Answer 18

Answer: C

Question 19

Q19: Which of the following practices contributes to strong data security?
A) Storing personal files on NTU’s public server
B) Forwarding university documents to your private email
C) Locking your workstation when unattended
D) Using easy-to-remember passwords

Answer 19

Answer: C

Question 20

Q20: When dealing with potential phishing emails, which is a correct approach?
A) Forward the email to colleagues for verification
B) Immediately click on the provided link to confirm its authenticity
C) Report the email to ServiceNow@NTU
D) Delete the email without checking the sender

Answer 20

Answer: C