Security Awareness Quiz Name First Last Email How can you verify the legitimacy of an unexpected email from a known contact?(Required) Check the sender’s email address carefully and contact the sender through a known, separate channel. Forward the email to colleagues for their opinion. Click on any links to see where they lead. Reply directly to the email asking if it’s legitimate. What is a common sign of a phishing email or message?(Required) It thanks you for a recent purchase you actually made. It comes from a well-known company’s official email address. It contains personalized information that only you would know. It urges immediate action and includes suspicious links or attachments. Why is it important to use unique passwords for different accounts?(Required) It isn’t important; password reuse is safe. To prevent a breach in one account from compromising others. So you can easily remember them all. Because using the same password is illegal. How does enabling two-factor authentication enhance your account security?(Required) It allows you to use biometric data exclusively. It replaces the need for a password entirely. It slows down the login process unnecessarily. It adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification. What risks are associated with ignoring software and system updates?(Required) Missing critical security patches, increasing vulnerability to malware. Your device will operate faster without updates. You will void your software warranty. There are no risks; updates are purely cosmetic. What precaution should you take when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks?(Required) Share your personal hotspot with others to stay safe. Disable your antivirus software for better performance. Always accept and install any prompts or updates from the network. Use a VPN to encrypt your connection and avoid accessing sensitive information. Why is physical security important in protecting digital assets?(Required) To prevent unauthorized access to devices and sensitive information. To make your workspace look organized. So you can find your devices easily. It’s not important if you have strong passwords. What strategy do social engineers commonly use to manipulate individuals?(Required) They avoid direct contact to prevent suspicion. They build trust through deception to extract confidential information. They always use malware to hack systems. They offer you promotions for free products. How do regular data backups contribute to security and business continuity?(Required) They free up space on your primary device. They ensure you have duplicates of files to recover from data loss incidents. They are unnecessary if you have antivirus software. They slow down your system performance. What steps should you take if you suspect a security breach or incident?(Required) Immediately report it to the IT/security team and avoid unauthorized fixes. Attempt to resolve it yourself to save time. Discuss it with friends outside the organization for advice. Ignore it until you receive an official notice.