COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
TYPES OF THREATS AND ATTACKS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following precautions should you take against pharming?
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Check the http address of site. Check https for secure site. Check site’s security certificate. Install security updates and update anti-virus.
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Don’t open suspicious email attachments and install an anti-virus software package to detect and then delete viruses. Make sure you regularly update it.
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Pharming is a type of cyberattack that involves attackers redirecting a user’s web traffic to a malicious website in order to gain access to personal information. Attackers usually use techniques such as DNS hijacking or malware to redirect users to a malicious website.
Detailed explanation-2: -The best protection is awareness and education. Don’t open attachments or links in unsolicited emails, even if the emails came from a recognized source. If the email is unexpected, be wary about opening the attachment and verify the URL.
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