Unauthorised network access
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A
Quick Questions
Shade in the A or B circle for each question.
1. Does unauthorised access happen without permission?
2. Is unauthorised network access always legal?
3. Can weak passwords make unauthorised access easier?
4. Do firewalls help block unauthorised access?
5. Is stolen data a possible result of unauthorised access?
B
Match the Pairs
Draw a line connecting each item on the left to its match on the right.
| Left column | Right column | |
|---|---|---|
| 1Unauthorised access | AAccess should be limited to those with permission | |
| 2Brute-force login attempt | BA method of gaining unauthorised access by guessing passwords | |
| 3Firewalls can block unauthorised access | CAn account using the password '123456' | |
| 4Weak passwords make unauthorised access easier | DIt can lead to stolen or damaged data | |
| 5Unauthorised access is always harmless | EEntering a network or system without permission | |
| 6Any employee can access any system freely | FA firewall rejecting an unrecognised connection |
C
Definitions
Unauthorised access
D
Fill in the Blanks
Complete each line of code by filling in the missing parts.
1.
Access without __________ is unauthorised.
2.
Attackers can ______ sensitive data.
3.
Weak passwords allow unauthorised ______.
4.
Firewalls help _______ unauthorised entry.
5.
_________ unauthorised access limits harm.
E
Spot the Error
Shade in the letter of the line that contains an error.
Question 1
A
Unauthorised access is legal.
B
It happens without permission.
C
It can lead to stolen data.
Question 2
A
Firewalls can block access.
B
Weak passwords stop attacks.
C
Attackers exploit weak links.
Question 3
A
Strong passwords reduce risk.
B
Detecting access limits harm.
C
Unauthorised access is safe.
Question 4
A
It happens without permission.
B
It can lead to stolen data.
C
Firewalls can block access.
D
It always causes no damage.
Question 5
A
It happens without permission.
B
Weak security invites attacks.
C
Strong passwords reduce risk.
D
Detecting access limits harm.
E
It never breaks any laws.
Answer Key
Unauthorised network access
Section A: Quick Questions
Q1
A — Yes
Q2
A — False
Q3
A — Yes
Q4
B — Yes
Q5
B — Yes
Section B: Match the Pairs
Q1
Unauthorised access → Entering a network or system without permission
Q2
Brute-force login attempt → A method of gaining unauthorised access by guessing passwords
Q3
Firewalls can block unauthorised access → A firewall rejecting an unrecognised connection
Q4
Weak passwords make unauthorised access easier → An account using the password '123456'
Q5
Unauthorised access is always harmless → It can lead to stolen or damaged data
Q6
Any employee can access any system freely → Access should be limited to those with permission
Section C: Definitions
Q1
Unauthorised access — Gaining entry to a network or system without permission, often to steal or damage dataSection D: Fill in the Blanks
Q1
Access without permission is unauthorised.Q2
Attackers can access sensitive data.Q3
Weak passwords allow unauthorised access.Q4
Firewalls help prevent unauthorised entry.Q5
Detecting unauthorised access limits harm.Section E: Spot the Error
Q1
A — Wrong — unauthorised access is not legal; it means entering a system without permission.
Q2
B — Wrong — weak passwords make attacks easier, they don't stop them.
Q3
C — Wrong — unauthorised access is not safe; it can cause data theft or damage.
Q4
D — Wrong — unauthorised access can cause real damage, not none at all.
Q5
E — Wrong — unauthorised access typically does break laws around system access.