Unplugged activities are a fun way to learn about cybersecurity concepts like phishing and social engineering without using computers! Phishing is when someone tries to trick you into giving them your personal information, like passwords or credit card numbers, usually through fake emails or websites. Social engineering is a broader term that describes how scammers manipulate people into doing things they shouldn't, like sharing confidential data or clicking on malicious links.
This worksheet will explore these concepts through vocabulary building, fill-in-the-blanks exercises, and critical thinking questions, enabling you to understand and defend against these common cyber threats. By understanding how these attacks work, you can better protect yourself and your information online.
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Phishing | A. Manipulating someone into divulging information or taking actions. |
| 2. Social Engineering | B. A fake email or message that looks real but is designed to steal your information. |
| 3. Baiting | C. Offering something enticing to lure victims. |
| 4. Pretexting | D. Creating a false scenario to trick someone into giving up information. |
| 5. Scareware | E. Using threats or alarming messages to trick users into buying fake software. |
Answer Key:
1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D, 5-E
Complete the following paragraph using the words provided below:
Words: sensitive, trust, information, manipulate, online
Social engineers try to ______ you into giving up ______ by building ______ and exploiting human psychology. They often target ______ accounts or systems containing ______ data. It's important to be cautious when interacting ______ and verify requests carefully.
Answer: manipulate, information, trust, online, sensitive
Imagine you receive an email from your bank asking you to update your account details by clicking a link. What are some red flags that might indicate this is a phishing attempt, and what steps should you take to verify the email's authenticity?
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