Question 1

A(n) ________ takes advantage of file transport methods, such as e-mail, to spread on its own.

Accepted Answer

A) worm 
B) script virus 
C) encryption virus 
D) macro virus 
A) worm 
B) script virus 
C) encryption virus 
D) macro virus

Question 2

Creating and distributing ________ is one of the most widespread types of cybercrimes.

Accepted Answer

A) spam 
B) computer viruses 
C) cookies 
D) zombies 
A) spam 
B) computer viruses 
C) cookies 
D) zombies

Question 3

A(n) ________ protects a computer against power surges.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ protects a computer against power...

Question 4

Currently, there are no antivirus programs for mobile devices.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A(n) ________-hat hacker illegally penetrates a system simply to demonstrate the hacker's expertise to the system administrator.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________-hat hacker illegally penetrates a system...

Question 6

Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I. worm
II. computer virus
III. encryption virus
IV. polymorphic virus
V. logic bomb

Accepted Answer

A)  virus that is triggered when a file is opened or program is started a certain number of times 
B)  attempts to travel between systems through network connections to spread an infection 
C)  virus that changes its own code to avoid detection 
D)  program that attaches itself to another program and attempts to spread itself to other computers through the exchange of files 
E)  a program that renders your computer files unusable by compressing them 
A)  virus that is triggered when a file is opened or program is started a certain number of times 
B)  attempts to travel between systems through network connections to spread an infection 
C)  virus that changes its own code to avoid detection 
D)  program that attaches itself to another program and attempts to spread itself to other computers through the exchange of files 
E)  a program that renders your computer files unusable by compressing them

Question 7

A(n) ________ is the portion of virus code that is unique to a particular computer virus.

Accepted Answer

A) virus signature 
B) encryption code 
C) compression code 
D) virus pattern 
A) virus signature 
B) encryption code 
C) compression code 
D) virus pattern

Question 8

A(n) ________ is composed of software programs known as bots, which run autonomously on a large number of zombie computers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is composed of software programs...

Question 9

Configuring a firewall to ignore all incoming packets that request access to a specific port is known as ________.

Accepted Answer

A) packet filtering 
B) packet switching 
C) static addressing 
D) logical port blocking 
A) packet filtering 
B) packet switching 
C) static addressing 
D) logical port blocking

Question 10

Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I. Trojan horse
II. pretexting
III. cookie
IV. botnet
V. time bomb

Accepted Answer

A)  text file for storing personal preferences pertaining to websites 
B)  program that appears to be something useful or desirable 
C)  virus that is triggered by the passage of time or on a certain date 
D)  creating a scenario that sounds legitimate enough that someone will trust you 
E)  programs that run on a large number of zombie computers 
A)  text file for storing personal preferences pertaining to websites 
B)  program that appears to be something useful or desirable 
C)  virus that is triggered by the passage of time or on a certain date 
D)  creating a scenario that sounds legitimate enough that someone will trust you 
E)  programs that run on a large number of zombie computers

Question 11

________ hackers break into systems legally for non-malicious reasons such as to test system security vulnerabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) Black-hat 
B) Grey-hat 
C) White-hat 
D) Green-hat 
A) Black-hat 
B) Grey-hat 
C) White-hat 
D) Green-hat

Question 12

Which is not one of the four key pieces of personal information you should protect from identity thieves?

Accepted Answer

A) Social Security number 
B) Anniversary 
C) Date of birth 
D) Street address 
A) Social Security number 
B) Anniversary 
C) Date of birth 
D) Street address

Question 13

Another name for bots is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Another name for bots is ________....

Question 14

All of the following are top cybercrimes reported to the IC3 EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) identity theft 
B) non-auction scam 
C) advance fee fraud 
D) malware fraud 
A) identity theft 
B) non-auction scam 
C) advance fee fraud 
D) malware fraud

Question 15

For security reasons, you should be extremely wary of opening e-mail ________ such as Word files.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For security reasons, you should be extremely...

Question 16

The terms virus and worm mean the same thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The best defense against viruses is to install ________ software, which is specifically designed to detect viruses and protect your computer and files from harm.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The best defense against viruses is to...

Question 18

You can block logical ports from invaders and make your computer invisible to others on the Internet by installing ________.

Accepted Answer

A) a packet sniffer 
B) a firewall 
C) a packet filter 
D) antivirus software 
A) a packet sniffer 
B) a firewall 
C) a packet filter 
D) antivirus software

Question 19

Social ________ is any technique that uses social skills to generate human interaction that entices individuals to reveal sensitive information.

Accepted Answer

A) engineering 
B) theft 
C) pretexting 
D) pharming 
A) engineering 
B) theft 
C) pretexting 
D) pharming

Question 20

Another name for a sniffer is a(n) ________ analyzer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Another name for a sniffer is a(n)...

A(n) ________ takes advantage of file transport methods, such as e-mail, to spread on its own.

Creating and distributing ________ is one of the most widespread types of cybercrimes.

A(n) ________ protects a computer against power surges.

Currently, there are no antivirus programs for mobile devices.

A(n) ________-hat hacker illegally penetrates a system simply to demonstrate the hacker's expertise to the system administrator.

Match each of the following terms to its meaning: I. worm II. computer virus III. encryption virus IV. polymorphic virus V. logic bomb

A(n) ________ is the portion of virus code that is unique to a particular computer virus.

A(n) ________ is composed of software programs known as bots, which run autonomously on a large number of zombie computers.

Configuring a firewall to ignore all incoming packets that request access to a specific port is known as ________.

Match each of the following terms to its meaning: I. Trojan horse II. pretexting III. cookie IV. botnet V. time bomb

________ hackers break into systems legally for non-malicious reasons such as to test system security vulnerabilities.

Which is not one of the four key pieces of personal information you should protect from identity thieves?

Another name for bots is ________.

All of the following are top cybercrimes reported to the IC3 EXCEPT ________.

For security reasons, you should be extremely wary of opening e-mail ________ such as Word files.

The terms virus and worm mean the same thing.

The best defense against viruses is to install ________ software, which is specifically designed to detect viruses and protect your computer and files from harm.

You can block logical ports from invaders and make your computer invisible to others on the Internet by installing ________.

Social ________ is any technique that uses social skills to generate human interaction that entices individuals to reveal sensitive information.

Another name for a sniffer is a(n) ________ analyzer.

Using Technology to Change the World

Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts

Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Webs Resources

Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play

System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System

Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics

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Exam 9: Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices

A(n) ________ takes advantage of file transport methods, such as e-mail, to spread on its own.

Creating and distributing ________ is one of the most widespread types of cybercrimes.

A(n) ________ protects a computer against power surges.

Currently, there are no antivirus programs for mobile devices.

A(n) ________-hat hacker illegally penetrates a system simply to demonstrate the hacker's expertise to the system administrator.

Match each of the following terms to its meaning: I. worm II. computer virus III. encryption virus IV. polymorphic virus V. logic bomb

A(n) ________ is the portion of virus code that is unique to a particular computer virus.

A(n) ________ is composed of software programs known as bots, which run autonomously on a large number of zombie computers.

Configuring a firewall to ignore all incoming packets that request access to a specific port is known as ________.

Match each of the following terms to its meaning: I. Trojan horse II. pretexting III. cookie IV. botnet V. time bomb

________ hackers break into systems legally for non-malicious reasons such as to test system security vulnerabilities.

Which is not one of the four key pieces of personal information you should protect from identity thieves?

Another name for bots is ________.

All of the following are top cybercrimes reported to the IC3 EXCEPT ________.

For security reasons, you should be extremely wary of opening e-mail ________ such as Word files.

The terms virus and worm mean the same thing.

The best defense against viruses is to install ________ software, which is specifically designed to detect viruses and protect your computer and files from harm.

You can block logical ports from invaders and make your computer invisible to others on the Internet by installing ________.

Social ________ is any technique that uses social skills to generate human interaction that entices individuals to reveal sensitive information.

Another name for a sniffer is a(n) ________ analyzer.

Using Technology to Change the World

Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts

Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Webs Resources

Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play

System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System

Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics

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