CyberAwareness4all | Password Security and Authentication

1. What is the primary purpose of a strong password?

a) To make it easier to remember
b) To prevent unauthorized access to your accounts
c) To increase internet speed
d) To improve email performance

2. Which of the following is the best example of a strong password?

a) 123456
b) password
c) P@ssw0rd!2023
d) qwerty

3. What is the recommended minimum length for a secure password?

a) 6 characters
b) 8 characters
c) 12 characters
d) 4 characters

4. Why should you avoid using the same password for multiple accounts?

a) It makes logging in faster
b) If one account is compromised, all accounts are at risk
c) It reduces the need for password managers
d) It improves password memorability

5. What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?

a) A method to create stronger passwords
b) A way to store passwords securely
c) An additional layer of security requiring two forms of verification
d) A type of antivirus software

6. Which of the following is a common method used in two-factor authentication?

a) Writing down your password
b) Using your mother's maiden name
c) Receiving a code on your phone
d) Using your favorite color

7. What is a password manager?

a) A tool to hack passwords
b) A device to store physical passwords
c) A software that securely stores and manages passwords
d) A type of firewall

8. Why is it important to change your passwords regularly?

a) To make them harder to remember
b) To reduce the risk of compromised accounts
c) To increase internet speed
d) To improve email performance

9. What is a brute force attack?

a) A method to improve password strength
b) A way to encrypt passwords
c) A trial-and-error method to guess passwords
d) A type of phishing attack

10. What should you do if you suspect your password has been compromised?

a) Ignore it and hope for the best
b) Write it down on a piece of paper
c) Change your password immediately
d) Share it with a friend for advice

11. What is a passphrase?

a) A short and simple password
b) A type of encryption key
c) A sequence of words or a sentence used as a password
d) A method to recover lost passwords

12. Why should you avoid using personal information in your passwords?

a) It makes passwords harder to remember
b) It makes passwords easier to guess
c) It improves password security
d) It reduces the need for password managers

13. What is multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

a) Using multiple passwords for one account
b) A method to store passwords securely
c) A security process that requires multiple forms of verification
d) A type of antivirus software

14. What is the main risk of writing down your passwords?

a) It makes them harder to remember
b) They can be easily found and used by others
c) It improves password security
d) It reduces the need for password managers

15. What is the purpose of a password reset feature?

a) To make passwords easier to guess
b) To store old passwords
c) To allow users to regain access to their accounts
d) To increase internet speed

16. What is a security question used for?

a) To make passwords harder to remember
b) To verify your identity when resetting a password
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

17. What is the main advantage of using a password manager?

a) It makes passwords easier to guess
b) It reduces the need for strong passwords
c) It securely stores and generates unique passwords
d) It increases internet speed

18. What is the primary risk of using public Wi-Fi for authentication?

a) It slows down your internet connection
b) Your credentials can be intercepted by attackers
c) It improves password security
d) It reduces the need for two-factor authentication

19. What is a phishing attack?

a) A method to improve password strength
b) A fraudulent attempt to steal sensitive information
c) A type of brute force attack
d) A way to encrypt passwords

20. What is the purpose of a CAPTCHA in authentication?

a) To make passwords harder to remember
b) To verify that the user is human and not a bot
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

21. What is the main risk of using dictionary words in passwords?

a) It makes passwords harder to remember
b) They are easier to guess in brute force attacks
c) It improves password security
d) It reduces the need for password managers

22. What is the purpose of a password expiration policy?

a) To make passwords harder to remember
b) To reduce the risk of compromised accounts
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

23. What is the primary benefit of using biometric authentication?

a) It makes passwords easier to guess
b) It reduces the need for strong passwords
c) It provides a unique and secure way to verify identity
d) It increases internet speed

24. What is a keylogger?

a) A tool to improve password strength
b) A malicious program that records keystrokes
c) A type of password manager
d) A method to encrypt passwords

25. What is the main purpose of a password complexity requirement?

a) To make passwords harder to remember
b) To make passwords harder to guess or crack
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

26. What is the primary risk of sharing your password with others?

a) It makes passwords harder to remember
b) It increases the risk of unauthorized access
c) It improves password security
d) It reduces the need for password managers

27. What is the purpose of a password hint?

a) To make passwords easier to guess
b) To help you remember your password
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

28. What is the main risk of using default passwords?

a) They are harder to remember
b) They are widely known and easy to guess
c) They improve password security
d) They reduce the need for password managers

29. What is the primary purpose of a password recovery email?

a) To make passwords harder to remember
b) To allow users to reset their passwords
c) To improve email performance
d) To store passwords securely

30. What is the main benefit of using a unique password for each account?

a) It makes passwords harder to remember
b) It limits the damage if one account is compromised
c) It improves email performance
d) It reduces the need for password managers

Password Security and Authentication