Can you pass this malware quiz?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Which malicious program cannot do anything until actions are taken to activate the file attached by the malware

  • A.
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    virus
  • B.
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    trojan
  • C.
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    worm
  • D.
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    adware
• 2.
  Worms can spread and harm computers independently

  • A.
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    true
  • B.
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    false
• 3.
  Which option below is a sign that suggests the email you received is an attempted phishing email (check all that apply)

  • A.
    Grammatical errors
  • B.
    Unusual requests
  • C.
    Threats and sense of urgency
  • D.
    none of the above
• 4.
  ____ is a type of malware that may cause pop-up advertisements to appear outside the web browser

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  • A.
    anti-malware
  • B.
    Trojan
  • C.
    ransomware
  • D.
    adware
• 5.
  Malware that is used to steal your information and send it to a third party is known as _____

  • A.
    Browser helper
  • B.
    adware
  • C.
    spyware
  • D.
    Hijacker
• 6.
  Malware is used to describe all types of bad software. Malware is a combination of what two words?

  • A.
    magnificent and software
  • B.
    malicious and people-ware
  • C.
    malicious and software
  • D.
    malice and adware
• 7.
  True or false- Malware can be installed without your knowledge.

  • A.
    True
  • B.
    False
• 8.
  What does a keylogger do?

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  • A.
    Detects and logs every keystroke entered by the user
  • B.
    stops the keys on your keyboard from working
  • C.
    Records the movement of your hands
  • D.
    All of the above
  • E.
    None of the above
• 9.
  Trojan horse

  • A.
    A software that looks useful but is performing malicious activities instead
  • B.
    A software that replicates itself to spread to other computers
  • C.
    A very useful software
• 10.
  Which class of malware is a criminal money making scheme?

  • A.
    Ransomware
  • B.
    Virus
  • C.
    keylogger
  • D.
    All of the above

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You'!

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  Congratulations, by completing this quiz, you’ve proven just how dedicated you are to upping your malware game! The ins and outs of malware and cyber safety may be a bit of a mystery to you, but you’re eager to learn. And by investing time and energy into educating yourself, you’re well on your way to higher scores and protecting yourself from cyber threats “The more I work and practice, the luckier I seem to get.” — Gary PlayerTips to protecting yourself against malwareInstall and keep Anti-virus software up-to-date Apply software updates regularly Be cautious about inserting USB drives and discs into computers Beware of free software because it may be malware Use the attachment preview to peek at files you receive unexpectedly via email Turn on your computer's built-in firewall Review the destination of links in messages before clicking Avoid free Wi-Fi networks where data eavesdropping can occur Backup data to storage that is not regularly connected to the computer Ignore Web pop-ups that say software is out-of-date. Visit the manufacturer’s web site to obtain updatesPlus you can visit our website and see our previous work, follow us on social media @cycohub. If you have any questions, you can ask in our forum section on the website.
• 2.
  You're doing pretty good!

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  Congratulations, by completing this quiz, you’ve proven just how good you can do! You’re familiar with the dangers of malware but you’ve still got lots of room to learn. By investing time and energy into educating yourself, you’re well on your way to lower scores and bigger wins...“Success in this game depends less on strength of body than strength of mind and character.” — Arnold PalmerTips to protecting yourself against malwareInstall and keep Anti-virus software up-to-dateApply software updates regularlyBe cautious about inserting USB drives and discs into computersBeware of free software because it may be malwareUse the attachment preview to peek at files you receive unexpectedly via emailTurn on your computer's built-in firewallReview the destination of links in messages before clickingAvoid free Wi-Fi networks where data eavesdropping can occurBackup data to storage that is not regularly connected to the computerIgnore Web pop-ups that say software is out-of-date. Visit the manufacturer’s web site to obtain updatesPlus you can visit our website and see our previous work, follow us on social media @cycohub. If you have any questions, you can ask in our forum section on the website.
• 3.
  You did excellent!

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  Congratulations, by completing this quiz, you’ve proven just how dedicated you are to upping your game! The knowledge of malwares and protecting yourself from them is no mystery to you but there’s a big difference between knowing your stuff and applying it too!...“Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” — Napoleon HillTips to protecting yourself against malwareInstall and keep Anti-virus software up-to-dateApply software updates regularlyBe cautious about inserting USB drives and discs into computersBeware of free software because it may be malwareUse the attachment preview to peek at files you receive unexpectedly via emailTurn on your computer's built-in firewallReview the destination of links in messages before clickingAvoid free Wi-Fi networks where data eavesdropping can occurBackup data to storage that is not regularly connected to the computerIgnore Web pop-ups that say software is out-of-date. Visit the manufacturer’s web site to obtain updatesPlus you can visit our website and see our previous work, follow us on social media @cycohub. If you have any questions, you can ask in our forum section on the website.