Cyber Detective (19)

Cyber Security Challenge #006 - The Unexpected Package

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You're at a coffee shop using free wi-fi. You need to: Check your bank account, Pay a creit card bill, Read the news. Which activity should you avoid on public Wi-Fi?

Hint: Always inspect links before clicking.

A. It mentions a package

Try Again.

B. The link doesn't appear to be an official UPS website.

Correct!

C. It arrived by text.

Try Again.

D. Packages are never delivered.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Criminals often create look-alike websites with convincing names to steal personal information.

Cyber Security Challenge #009 - the IT Call

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Scenario: Someone calls claiming to be from Microsoft. They say "Your computer has a virus. We need remote access immediately."

Hint: Legitimate companies don't cold-call customers to report viruses.

A. Give them remote access.

Try Again.

B. Install their software.

Try Again.

C. Hang up and contact Microsoft or your trusted IT provider using official contact information.

Correct !

D. Give them your password.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Be skeptical of unsolicited tech support calls. Verify who you're talking to before taking any action.

Cyber Security Challenge #010 - Email Attachment

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Scenario: You receive an email from someone you don't know. Subject: Urgent Invoice

Hint: Zip files from unknown senders can contain malware.

A. Open it immediately.

Try Again.

B. Reply asking what it is.

Try Again.

C. Delete it or verify its legitimacy before opening.

Correct !

D. Forward it to a friend.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Unexpected attachments, especially ZIP files, from unknow senders should be treated with caution. Verify the sender before opening them.

Cyber Security Challenge #011 - The Fake Tech Support Call

Scenario: You receive a phone call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft.

They say your computer is infected and ask you to install remote access software.

What should you do?

Hint:

legitimate comapanies rarely make unosolcited support calls

A. Install the softare immediatley.

Try Again.

B. Give them your passwor.

Try Again.

C. Hang up and contact Microsoft or your IT provider using official contact information.

Correct! Never grant remote access to someone who contacts you unexpectedly.

D. Let them connect so they can "show you."

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Never grant remote access to someone who contacts you unexpectedly.

Cyber Security Challenge #012 - the Public Charging Station

Scenario: Your phone battery is almost dead at an airport.

You notice a free USB charging station.Which option is safest?

Hint:

Not every USB port only provies power.

A. Plug direcly into the USB port.

Try Again.

B. Use your own wall charger and electrical outlet if available.

Correct! USB data ports can potentially transfer data as well as power. A wall outlet with your own charger is generally the safer choice.

C. Borrow a stranger's phone.

Try again.

D. Disable your passcode first.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

USB data ports can potentially transfer data as well as power. A wall outlet with your own charger is generally the safer choice.

Cyber Security Challenge #013 - the Unexpected Attachment

Scenario: You receive an email from somone you know. It contains only: "Please review this." with an attachment named Invocie.zip What should you do first?

Hint:

Accounts can be compromised.

A. Open it immediately.

Try Again.

B. Reply asking if they intentionally sent the file.

Correct! When something feels unusual even from someone you know, verify before opening.

C. Delete it or verify its legitimacy before opening.

Correct !

D. Forward it to coworker.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

When something feels unusual even from someone you know, verify before opening.

Cyber Security Challenge #014 - Pasword Reuse

You use the same password for:

Email
Banking
Social Media
Shopping

What is the biggest risk?

Hint:

Think about chain reactions.

A. Nothing.

Try Again.

B. Your computer runs slower.

Try Again.

C. Your Wi-Fi disconnects.

Try again.

D. If one site is compromised, attackers may try the same password on your other accounts.

Correct! Use unique passwords and enable a password manager whenever possible.

Cyber tip:

Use unique passwords and enable a password manager whenever possible.

Cyber Security Challenge #015 - Free Wi-Fi

Scenario: A coffee shop offers two Wi-Fi networks: ☕ CoffeeShop ☕ CoffeeShop_Free No employee mentioned the second network. Which is the safest action?

Hint:

Attackers sometimes create look-alike networks.

A. Ask an employee whic hnetwork is official before connecting.

Corrrect! Always verify the official Wi-Fi name before joining a public network.

B. Use both.

Try Again.

C. Connect to whichever has the strongest signal.

Try again.

D. Turn off your firewall.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Always verify the official Wi-Fi name before joining a public network.

Cyber Security Challenge #016 - The QR Code

Scenario: You scan QR code pasted on a parking meter. It immediately asks for your payment information. What should you do?

Hint:

QR codes hide the destination until after you scan them.

A. Open it immediately.

Try Again.

B. Scan it multiple times.

Try Again.

C. Ignore the URL entirely.

Try again.

D. Check that the website address is legitimate before entering any personal information..

Correct! Always verify where a QR code sends you before entering sensitive information.

Cyber tip:

Always verify where a QR code sends you before entering sensitive information.

Cyber Security Challenge #017 - Social Media Quiz

Scenario: A fun quiz asks: - Mother's maiden name -First pet -First school -Favorite teacher

Why should you be cautious?

Hint:

Think about identity verification.

A. These answers are often used in security questions.

Correct! Be careful sharing personal details that could help someone guess your account recovery answers.

B. The quiz is too long.

Try Again.

C. It uses too many pictures.

Correct !

D. It slows your phone.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Be careful sharing personal details that could help someone guess your account recovery answers.

Cyber Security Challenge #018 - The Software update

Scenario: Your computer prompts you to install an operating system security update. What's the best action?

Hint:

Updates often fix security vulnerabilities.

A. Ignore it forever.

Try again.

B. Install it when you can, preferably soon after confirming it's legitimate.

Correct! Keeping software updated is one of the easiest ways to improve security.

C. Delete the notification.

Try again.

D. Wait one year.

Try Again.

Cyber tip:

Keeping software updated is one of the easiest ways to improve security.

Cyber Security Challenge #019 - Shared Computer

Scenario: You finish using a public library computer. What should you do before leaving?

Hint:

Protec the next user and yourself.

A. Save your passwords in the browser.

Try again.

B. Walk away immediately.

Try Again.

C. Leave your email open.

Try again.

D. Log out of all accounts, close the browser, and clear any downloaded personal files.

Correct! Always sign out completely when using shared devices.

Cyber tip:

Always sign out completely when using shared devices.

Cyber detective challenges

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cyber detective Challenge #002

cyber detective Challenge #003

cyber detective Challenge #004

cyber detective Challenge #005

Cyber Security Challenge #006 - The Unexpected Package

Cyber Security Challenge #007 - Public Wi-Fi

Cyber Security Challenge #008 - Password Power

Cyber Security Challenge #009 - the IT Call

Cyber Security Challenge #010 - Email Attachment

Cyber Security Challenge #011 - The Fake Tech Support Call

Cyber Security Challenge #012 - the Public Charging Station

Scenario: Your phone battery is almost dead at an airport.

Cyber Security Challenge #013 - the Unexpected Attachment

Cyber Security Challenge #014 - Pasword Reuse

Cyber Security Challenge #015 - Free Wi-Fi

Scenario: A coffee shop offers two Wi-Fi networks: ☕ CoffeeShop ☕ CoffeeShop_Free No employee mentioned the second network. Which is the safest action?

Cyber Security Challenge #016 - The QR Code

Cyber Security Challenge #017 - Social Media Quiz

Scenario: A fun quiz asks: - Mother's maiden name -First pet -First school -Favorite teacher

Why should you be cautious?

Cyber Security Challenge #018 - The Software update

Scenario: Your computer prompts you to install an operating system security update. What's the best action?

Cyber Security Challenge #019 - Shared Computer

Scenario: You finish using a public library computer. What should you do before leaving?

Cyber detective challenges

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cyber detective Challenge #002

cyber detective Challenge #003

cyber detective Challenge #004

cyber detective Challenge #005

Cyber Security Challenge #006 - The Unexpected Package

Cyber Security Challenge #007 - Public Wi-Fi

Cyber Security Challenge #008 - Password Power

Cyber Security Challenge #009 - the IT Call

Cyber Security Challenge #010 - Email Attachment

Cyber Security Challenge #011 - The Fake Tech Support Call

Cyber Security Challenge #012 - the Public Charging Station

Scenario: Your phone battery is almost dead at an airport.

Cyber Security Challenge #013 - the Unexpected Attachment

Cyber Security Challenge #014 - Pasword Reuse

Cyber Security Challenge #015 - Free Wi-Fi

Scenario: A coffee shop offers two Wi-Fi networks: ☕ CoffeeShop ☕ CoffeeShop_Free No employee mentioned the second network. Which is the safest action?

Cyber Security Challenge #016 - The QR Code

Cyber Security Challenge #017 - Social Media Quiz

Scenario: A fun quiz asks: - Mother's maiden name -First pet -First school -Favorite teacher

Why should you be cautious?

Cyber Security Challenge #018 - The Software update

Scenario: Your computer prompts you to install an operating system security update. What's the best action?

Cyber Security Challenge #019 - Shared Computer

Scenario: You finish using a public library computer. What should you do before leaving?

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