CyberGuard Academy

Cybersecurity Awareness Quiz

  1. What is a common sign of a phishing email?
    It contains poor grammar and urgent messages
    It offers helpful security advice
    It’s sent from your own address

  2. Which of these is the strongest password?
    12345678
    Password123
    8uN!3@qX$wT

  3. What is two-factor authentication?
    Using two passwords
    A second verification step after the password
    Logging in from two devices

  4. What should you do before clicking on a link?
    Hover over it to check the URL
    Forward it to a friend
    Click quickly before it expires

  5. What is social engineering?
    Using software to design bridges
    Tricking people into revealing confidential info
    Posting on social media

  6. What does HTTPS in a URL indicate?
    A secure and encrypted connection
    A fake website
    A virus scanner is active

  7. Which device is most vulnerable to attack if left unprotected?
    A router
    A microwave
    A monitor

  8. What is the safest way to connect to public Wi-Fi?
    Use it without any protection
    Use it with a VPN
    Disable your firewall

  9. Which file extension is commonly associated with dangerous email attachments?
    .exe
    .txt
    .jpg

  10. What is the purpose of a firewall?
    To clean your computer screen
    To prevent unauthorized access to your network
    To download files faster