Password and Account Security

1. What does a padlock icon in the browser address bar indicate?

💡 The padlock icon indicates the website uses HTTPS with SSL/TLS encryption, protecting data in transit between you and the site.

2. Should you use the same password for all your accounts?

💡 Using the same password everywhere means one breach exposes all your accounts. Use unique passwords for each account.

3. What should you do if you receive a link from a friend asking you to log in urgently?

💡 Always verify unexpected urgent requests through a separate channel (phone call, different message) — your friend's account may be hacked.

4. How often should you change your passwords?

💡 Change passwords regularly and immediately if you suspect a breach, account compromise, or if a service reports a data leak.

5. What is a "data breach"?

A. Losing your phone
B. A successful hack that exposes private data of individuals or organizations ✓
C. Slow internet connection
D. A software update

💡 A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals access, steal, or expose sensitive data from a system or organization.

6. What is a "password manager"?

💡 A password manager securely stores all your passwords in an encrypted vault, so you only need to remember one master password.

7. What is "social engineering" in cybersecurity?

💡 Social engineering exploits human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities to trick people into giving up sensitive information.

8. What is "spam" email?

💡 Spam is unsolicited bulk email sent to many recipients, often for advertising, phishing, or spreading malware.

9. What is "identity theft"?

💡 Identity theft is when someone illegally obtains and uses another person's personal information for fraud or financial gain.

10. Is it safe to use public Wi-Fi for banking?

💡 Public Wi-Fi is often unsecured and can be monitored by attackers. Avoid banking or sharing sensitive data on public networks.

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