A. Crime involving computers and the internet

B. Crime involving physical assault

C. Crime involving theft of vehicles

D. Crime involving financial fraud only

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Cyber Attacks MCQs with Answers

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Cyber Attacks MCQs (31–33)

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31.
A hacker attempting to gather sensitive information using deceptive emails and websites is likely engaging in which activity?
Correct Answer: C. Phishing
One-liner
The activity of gathering sensitive information through deceptive emails and fake websites is called Phishing.
32.
What is the common term used for the theft of passwords in computer security?
Correct Answer: B. Spoofing
One-liner
The common term used for the theft of passwords in computer security is Spoofing.
33.
What is cybercrime?
Correct Answer: A. Crime involving computers and the internet
One-liner
Cybercrime is any crime involving computers and the internet, such as hacking, identity theft, or online fraud.