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Question 1 of 5

In 2017, those who left certain Microsoft® systems unpatched became susceptible to which of these ransomware attacks?
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​​​​​That’s correct! The WannaCry ransomware cryptoworm targeted Windows® computers that failed to apply a Microsoft® security update. This cyberattack affected major companies around the world and demanded Bitcoin payments for encrypted information.
​​​​​That’s not quite right. The WannaCry ransomware cryptoworm targeted Windows® computers that failed to apply a Microsoft® security update. This cyberattack affected major companies around the world and demanded Bitcoin payments for encrypted information. 
Question 2 of 5

To date, which popular router brand has been affected by VPNFilter?
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That’s correct! VPNFilter has affected several models of the Netgear® router brand. Learn more about other types of cyberattacks and how you can identify and respond to threats before damage is done.
That’s not quite right. VPNFilter has affected several models of the Netgear® router brand. Learn more about other types of cyberattacks and how you can identify and respond to threats before damage is done.

Question 3 of 5

Bob Thomas's Creeper program was the first-known example of which type of cyber security threat?
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That’s correct! In 1971, Bob Thomas created the Creeper program to move between mainframe computers using the Advanced Research Projects Agency Network (ARPANET). His program is considered the first computer worm.
That’s not quite right. In 1971, Bob Thomas created the Creeper program to move between mainframe computers using the Advanced Research Projects Agency Network (ARPANET). His program is considered the first computer worm.
Question 4 of 5

How many users had their data compromised by the breach of the Under Armour® MyFitnessPal® mobile app breach?
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​​​​​That’s correct! The Under Armour® breach compromised the usernames, email addresses, and passwords of over 150 million users.
​​​​​​That’s not quite right. The Under Armour® breach compromised the usernames, email addresses, and passwords of over 150 million users.
Question 5 of 5

The Morris worm damaged more than 6,000 computers and caused an estimated $98 million USD worth of damages. Under what law was the creator, Robert Morris, convicted for the crime he committed?
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​​​​​​That’s correct! Robert Morris received the first felony conviction under the 1986 Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. He was sentenced to three years of probation, 400 hours of community service, a fine of $10,000, and the costs of his supervision. However, he wasn’t sentenced any jail time.
​​​​​​That’s not quite right. Robert Morris received the first felony conviction under the 1986 Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. He was sentenced to three years of probation, 400 hours of community service, a fine of $10,000, and the costs of his supervision. However, he wasn’t sentenced any jail time.