Cybercrime Prevention Programme Quiz

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Name *

Q1. Upon completion of the UG Cybercrime Prevention Programme, you will be able to:

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Understand the common cybercrimes committed in Singapore, cyber hygiene tips and cybercrime trends particularly those involving youths.

Understand the importance of staying on the right side of the law.

To play the role of cybercrime ambassadors and help raise awareness amongst family and friends.

All of the above.

Q2. Which of the statements below are true for cybercrime and online scams?

i. Cybercrime targets a computer, a computer network, or a networked device.
ii. In Singapore, the Computer Misuse Act is used to protect users from cybercrime.
iii. Cybercrime and online scams are not a concern in Singapore as we are well protected.
iv. Online scams use the internet to steal someone else’s personal information and assets.

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i & ii only.

i, ii & iii only.

i, ii & iv only.

All of the above.

Q3. Which of the following are examples of cybercrime/online scams?

i. Ransomware.
ii. Hacking of online game accounts.
iii. Social Media impersonation Scams.
iv. Intrusion of online classes.
v. Malware attacks through the opening of unknown files.
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i & ii only.

i, ii & iii only.

i, ii, iv & v only.

All of the above.

Q4. Russell found out that he could enter another school's online class through Zoom as he had obtained the meeting ID and passcode from an online forum he visited. He then entered the virtual classroom and attended the class until the teacher discovered that he was not one of his students and removed him from the class. Russell did it as a prank and did not mean to cause harm to anyone in the classroom. Which of the following statement is true? *

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Russell did not commit any offence as it was only a prank, and no one was harmed by his actions.

Russell's actions constitute an offence of Unauthorised Access to Computer Materials under the Computer Misuse Act.

Russell did not commit any offence as the meeting ID and passcode were made public in the online forum.

Russell did not commit any offence as the school did not take any further action against him.

Q5. Thomas watched a YouTube video on the basics of hacking and decided to try hacking into his school's website. When he succeeded in doing so, he was afraid that he might be discovered and quickly turned off his computer. Which of the following statement is true? *

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As Thomas did not have any ill intent or caused damage to the school website, he was not liable for any offence.

Thomas had committed an offence by watching a YouTube video on hacking as it is prohibited.

By intentionally hacking into the school website, he had committed the offence of Unauthorised Use of Computer Services under the Computer Misuse Act.

As the school website did not have any sensitive information, Thomas did not commit any offence, but he might be liable for disciplinary action from his school.

Q6. Melissa did not feel like attending her virtual geography class and decided to pass the meeting ID and passcode to her friend Jane to attend on her behalf. Jane attended the class with the camera function off, and no one discovered that Melissa did not attend the class. Which of the following statement is true? *

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Only Jane had committed to the offence of Unauthorised Access to Computer Materials under the Computer Misuse Act.

Both Melissa and Jane did not commit any offence as Jane had Melissa's consent to login on her behalf. However, both Melissa and Jane might face disciplinary action by the school for dishonesty.

Only Melissa committed the offence of Unauthorised Disclosure of Access Code under the Computer Misuse Act.

Both Melissa and Jane were liable for offences under the Computer Misuse Act.

Q7. What are the 4 main cyber hygiene tips you can adopt to stay safe online?

i. Enable 2FA and use Strong Passphrases.
ii. Delete all internet browsing history at the end of each day.
iii. Beware of Phishing Scams.
iv. Update software promptly.
v. Use Security Apps.
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i, ii & v only.

i, ii, iii & iv only.

i, iii, iv & v only.

All of the above.

Q8. Which of the following is a good example of a strong password? *

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12345678

Qwerty123

MyF@vMovieisSTARWARS4

Your birthday in DDMMYY

Q9. What does 2FA stand for? *

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2-Factor Affirmation

2-Factor Authentication

2-Free Authentication

2-Factor Analysis

Q10. What is the advantage of setting up 2FA? *

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Even if a hacker obtains your password, 2FA provides a second layer of protection.

Able to trace the location of the hackers when they attempt to log into your accounts.

Provides an opportunity to try out new security technology such as biometrics.

It reinforces your identity online.

Q11. Which of the following is NOT a sign(s) of phishing?

i. Mismatched and misleading information.
ii. Use of urgent and threatening language.
iii. Requests for confidential information.
iv. Requests for your response via official websites.

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i & ii only.

iv only.

ii, iii & iv only.

All of the above.

Q12. Phishing websites can look professional and identical to genuine websites.
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True

False

Q13. You are an XXX bank customer. One day, you received a WhatsApp message informing you that your XXX account was suspended due to suspicious activities detected. A URL was provided for you to login to your internet banking to rectify the issue. You should click on the URL link to check on the status of your bank account.
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True

False

Q14. Why should you update your software regularly? *

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To prevent updates of new available features.

It keeps your computer and devices safe by installing fixes for security vulnerabilities and bugs.

To ensure that your ICT devices such as tablet PCs and mobile phones can be linked.

It keeps your social media contacts updated.

Q15. You should download security apps such as anti-virus software for the following device(s):

i. Desktop Computers
ii. Laptops
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i only.

i & ii only.

i & iii only.

All of the above.

Q16. What are some factors to consider when choosing a security app?

i. Features for automatic updates and scanning.
ii. Malware removal capabilities.
iii. The features are user-friendly.
iv. Positive user reviews. *

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i & ii only.

iii & iv only.

ii, iii & iv only.

All of the above.

Q17. Which of the following are prevention measures we should adopt when using public Wi-Fi?

i. Not performing sensitive transactions like making in-game purchases.
ii. Avoiding websites that require you to log into your accounts.
iii. Visiting only websites that use HTTPS.
iv. Disabling file sharing.

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i only.

ii, iii & v only.

i, ii & iv only.

All of the above.

Q18. Which of the following is considered a cyber-enabled crime? *

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Hacking

Online Scams

Ransomware

Malware Attack

Q19. For SingPass related phishing scams, what are the preventive measures that you can adopt?

i. Always remember that SingPass does not send SMSes containing URLs asking you to log in with your credentials.
ii. Always update your contact details in SingPass so that you can be alerted of any suspicious logins.
iii. Never disclose your personal or Internet banking details and One-Time-Passwords (OTPs) to anyone.
iv. Report any fraudulent transactions to your bank immediately. *

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i only.

i, ii & iii only.

i, iii & iv only

All of the above.

Q20. You received an SMS from someone who claims to be from “XXX” bank. He had requested for your help to participate in a survey and in return you will receive a cash reward of $80.00. He then sent a screenshot of a Singpass QR code and instructed you to scan it so that he can verify your bank details before sending the cash reward to you. Which of the statements below are correct?

i. Complete the survey and scan the QR code as requested since you can earn extra cash.
ii. Treat this as a suspicious SMS and verify with the bank’s official website on whether there was indeed such a survey exercise going on.
iii. Do not scan the QR code provided as it is likely a scam to retrieve your personal information.
iv. Reply the SMS to ask for more information before deciding whether you should take part in the survey. *

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i only.

ii & iii only.

iii & iv only.

All of the above.

Q21. For e-commerce scams, only buyers are targeted by scammers. *

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True

False

Q22. For online sales platforms related phishing scams, what are the preventive measures that you can adopt?

i. Do not click on dubious URL links and always verify the URL links.
ii. If in doubt, always verify the authenticity of the information with the e-commerce platform directly.
iii. Never disclose your personal or Internet banking details and One-Time-Passwords (OTPs) to anyone.
iv. Report any suspicious user and fraudulent transaction from the online marketplace to the e-commerce platform.
v. Beware of buyers asking for an email address or phone number on the pretext that these details are required for the buyer to make an order. *

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i only.

ii, iii & v only

i, ii, iv & v only.

All of the above.

Q23. What should you do if you receive a Instagram direct message from your friend claiming you have won a prize, and asking for your personal information? *

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Provide the information immediately as he/she is your trusted friend.

Contact your friend using a different platform (phone call/SMS) to check if it was indeed him / her who had sent the message.

Reply his/her message directly on Instagram, ask why they need your personal information, and decide if you should provide the information after his/her explanation.

Provide the personal information after checking on the prize you won.

Q24. A cousin of yours sent a message to you via WhatsApp, claiming that a 6-digit verification code was sent to you by mistake. As this is a close cousin of yours, you should trust the message and immediately forward the verification code to him/her. *

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True

False

Q25. Support staff from WhatsApp would never call and ask for your 6-digit verification code to verify your account.
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True

False

Q26. Which of the following is a prevention measure you can adopt against WhatsApp Account Takeover Scams? *

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Not sharing your “last seen” status.

Providing the 6-digit verification code to WhatsApp staff for their assistance to secure your account.

Enabling the two-step verification for your WhatsApp account.

Sharing your verification code with your friends if they request for it.

Q27. What does ACT stand for in the Singapore ongoing campaign against scams?
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Add, Check, Tell

Action, Check, Tell

Add, Call Back, Tell

Add, Check, Test

Q28. Which of the following website allows you to check if your email account has been compromised in a data breach? *

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www.haveibeenpwned.com

www.betterinternet.sg

www.scamalert.sg

www.passwordchecker.com

Q29. Scamshield can identify fraudulent SMS messages by spotting key words commonly found in such messages through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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True

False

Q30. Which of the following statements is true about cybersecurity?
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Cybersecurity is the sole responsibility of those who are proficient in IT, as they can apply their knowledge to counter the hackers.

Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility, and we should maintain good cyber-hygiene to protect ourselves.

It is expensive to invest in cybersecurity tools.

Cybersecurity is a concern only to those who possess sensitive information.