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Quiz: Security Threats and Prevention

OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification

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Welcome to this quiz on security threats and their prevention. Test your knowledge with 10 challenging questions!

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Which type of attack involves sending fraudulent emails to trick users into revealing sensitive information?

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Which of the following are characteristics of malware? (Select all that apply)

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A {{blank0}} attack involves overwhelming a server with requests to make it unavailable to users.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Which security measure involves simulating attacks on a system to identify vulnerabilities?

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Which of the following are benefits of user access levels? (Select all that apply)

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SQL injection involves manipulating {{blank0}} queries to gain unauthorised access or retrieve sensitive data.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Which of the following is a physical security measure?

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