CDI9-ICYBER - Quiz
  • 1. Which of the following constitutes a violation of RA 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012)?
A) Sharing personal information of clients without consent
B) Creating a privacy policy for a company
C) Encrypting sensitive customer data
D) Archiving old company records securely
  • 2. Under RA 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), which act is considered illegal?
A) Sending spam emails with malicious links
B) Using secure passwords for accounts
C) Updating software regularly
D) Installing anti-virus software
  • 3. Dumping untreated sewage into rivers violates which law?
A) RA 9147 – Wildlife Act
B) RA 9003 – Solid Waste Management Act
C) RA 9275 – Philippine Clean Water Act
D) RA 8749 – Clean Air Act
  • 4. Hunting of endangered species without permit is a violation of?
A) RA 9147
B) RA 9003
C) RA 10175
D) RA 8749
  • 5. Which of the following actions violates the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998?
A) Observing closed fishing season
B) Releasing fingerlings into a river
C) Practicing sustainable aquaculture
D) Using dynamite for fishing
  • 6. Improper segregation of biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste violates?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9275
C) RA 9003
D) RA 10173
  • 7. Releasing factory smoke without air pollution control devices violates?
A) .RA 9003
B) RA 9275
C) RA 8749
D) RA 9147
  • 8. Unauthorized collection of personal data from online users is a violation of?
A) RA 10175
B) RA 9275
C) RA 10173
D) RA 9003
  • 9. Illegal fishing using fine mesh nets is prohibited under?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 9147
C) RA 9275
D) Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998
  • 10. Dumping household garbage into a public river constitutes a violation of?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9275
C) RA 9147
D) RA 9003
  • 11. Releasing untreated industrial effluent into water bodies violates?
A) RA 9275
B) RA 8749
C) RA 10173
D) RA 9003
  • 12. Posting malicious content online intending to defame a person violates?
A) RA 10175
B) RA 10173
C) RA 9003
D) RA 9147
  • 13. Killing a protected wildlife species without permit is a violation of?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9003
C) RA 9147
D) RA 9275
  • 14. Using prohibited fishing methods that destroy coral reefs is punishable under?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9003
C) RA 9275
D) RA 9147
  • 15. Using prohibited fishing methods that destroy coral reefs is punishable under?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9003
C) RA 9147
D) Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998
  • 16. Industrial plants emitting harmful gases without clearance violate?
A) RA 9275
B) RA 10173
C) RA 8749
D) RA 9003
  • 17. Unauthorized hacking of personal email accounts is a violation of?
A) RA 10175
B) RA 9275
C) RA 8749
D) RA 10173
  • 18. Illegal disposal of plastic wastes in streets is a violation of?
A) RA 9147
B) RA 9275
C) RA 9003
D) RA 8749
  • 19. Releasing untreated sewage into a river is primarily a violation of?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 9147
C) RA 9275
D) RA 9003
  • 20. Sharing personal records of employees without their consent violates?
A) RA 8749
B) RA 10173
C) RA 9003
D) RA 10175
  • 21. Using explosives for fishing, destroying marine habitats, is a violation of?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 9275
C) RA 9147
D) Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998
  • 22. Emitting air pollutants above prescribed standards violates?
A) RA 9275
B) RA 8749
C) RA 10173
D) RA 9003
  • 23. Capturing wildlife for sale without a permit is a violation of?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 8749
C) RA 9275
D) RA 9147
  • 24. Online identity theft is prohibited under?
A) RA 10175
B) RA 8749
C) RA 9003
D) RA 10173
  • 25. Releasing untreated sewage into coastal waters violates?
A) RA 9147
B) RA 9003
C) RA 9275
D) RA 8749
  • 26. Dumping industrial chemical waste into waterways violates?
A) RA 9275
B) RA 9003
C) RA 9147
D) RA 8749
  • 27. Unauthorized access to computer systems to steal information violates?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 8749
C) RA 10173
D) RA 10175
  • 28. Cutting endangered trees in protected forests is a violation of?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 9147
C) RA 8749
D) RA 9275
  • 29. Littering public streets with garbage violates?
A) RA 9275
B) RA 8749
C) RA 9147
D) RA 9003
  • 30. Emitting black smoke from vehicles without proper emission testing violates?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 8749
C) RA 10173
D) RA 9275
  • 31. Unauthorized fishing in municipal waters is a violation of?
A) RA 9147
B) Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998
C) RA 9003
D) RA 8749
  • 32. What is the primary purpose of a cybercrime search warrant?
A) To publicly announce the investigation
B) To authorize the seizure or inspection of digital devices and data
C) To allow law enforcement to monitor email accounts indefinitely
D) To punish suspects before trial
  • 33. According to the Rules on Cybercrime Warrants, who may issue a warrant to search digital devices?
A) A judge of competent jurisdiction
B) Barangay Captain
C) Any government agency head
D) Any law enforcement officer
  • 34. Which of the following is considered a digital evidence?
A) Fingerprints
B) Blood sample
C) Written confession
D) CCTV footage stored on a cloud server
  • 35. When seizing digital evidence, what is the first step an investigator should take?
A) Disconnect the device from all networks
B) Post about it on social media
C) Immediately open files for inspection
D) Make a copy for personal use
  • 36. Which principle ensures that the integrity of digital evidence is maintained?
A) Miranda rights
B) Chain of custody
C) Habeas corpus
D) Procedural fairness
  • 37. What is the purpose of documenting an incident during digital evidence collection?
A) To create reports for training purposes only
B) To justify the investigator’s presence
C) To maintain accurate records for admissibility in court
D) To intimidate suspects
  • 38. Which action violates proper digital evidence handling?
A) Recording serial numbers of devices
B) Photographing hardware before seizure
C) Altering file timestamps without documentation
D) Using write-blockers to copy data
  • 39. What is the minimum requirement for digital evidence to be admissible in court?
A) Evidence must be analyzed within 24 hours
B) Evidence must be from a government server
C) Evidence must be obtained legally and integrity preserved
D) Evidence must be published online
  • 40. Which of the following is NOT part of basic incident response?
A) Erasure of all logs
B) Identification
C) Containment
D) Recovery
  • 41. In digital forensics, what is the purpose of creating a forensic image of a device?
A) To allow analysis without altering the original device
B) To install new software
C) To delete malicious files permanently
D) To speed up the investigation
  • 42. Which rule should be followed when collecting evidence from online cloud storage?
A) Access the data through personal accounts
B) Obtain legal authorization to access the data
C) Share credentials with third parties
D) Ignore jurisdictional issues
  • 43. When responding to a cyber incident, which is the first action to take after detection?
A) Notify media outlets
B) Arrest the suspect immediately
C) Disconnect all company systems permanently
D) Identify and contain the threat
  • 44. What is the role of a write-blocker in digital forensics?
A) To permanently delete files
B) To accelerate data transmission
C) To prevent modification of original evidence
D) To encrypt the hard drive
  • 45. Which is a valid reason for obtaining a cybercrime warrant?
A) To monitor all internet activity without probable cause
B) To search and seize evidence of cybercrime
C) To perform routine maintenance on someone’s computer
D) To impose fines on suspected hackers
  • 46. During seizure, why should investigators label and log every item collected?
A) To make the process faster
B) To reduce paperwork
C) To sell items later
D) To maintain chain of custody and evidence integrity
  • 47. What must be included in a cybercrime warrant application?
A) Market value of the seized devices
B) Investigator’s personal opinion
C) Names of witnesses only
D) Details of the alleged offense and description of the device or data to be seized
  • 48. Which type of data is most volatile and must be collected first?
A) Archived emails
B) RAM (Random Access Memory) contents
C) Printed documents
D) Hard drive files
  • 49. Which document tracks the movement and handling of digital evidence?
A) Incident report
B) Chain of custody
C) Police blotter
D) Affidavit of complaint
  • 50. Why is proper packaging of digital evidence important?
A) To display in court as visual proof
B) To ensure suspect cooperation
C) To prevent unauthorized access or physical damage
D) To make shipping cheaper
  • 51. Which of the following is a basic step in incident response planning?
A) Establish roles and responsibilities
B) Publicize the attack online
C) Erase old logs
D) Share credentials with third parties
  • 52. In cybercrime investigations, the “least intrusive means” principle refers to?
A) Minimizing disruption to non-involved systems during seizure
B) Arresting as many suspects as possible
C) Using force to access encrypted data
D) Confiscating all digital devices in a location
  • 53. What ensures that digital evidence can be relied upon in court?
A) Suspect’s admission only
B) Internet publication of the evidence
C) Chain of custody and proper collection procedures
D) Investigator’s personal judgment
  • 54. Which is an example of proper containment during a cyber incident?
A) Deleting suspicious files immediately
B) Shutting down unrelated computers randomly
C) Ignoring minor system alerts
D) Disconnecting affected systems from the network
  • 55. What is the proper procedure when seizing a mobile phone as evidence?
A) Return the phone to the owner after copying files casually
B) Power it off and remove the SIM and memory card if possible
C) Access messages immediately
D) Let it remain on and connected to Wi-Fi
  • 56. Which of the following is required for digital evidence to maintain authenticity?
A) Using personal USB drives
B) Encryption, documentation, and controlled access
C) Public sharing of all files
D) Deleting irrelevant files before analysis
  • 57. Which type of cybercrime warrant allows law enforcement to intercept data in transit?
A) Arrest warrant
B) Wiretap/interception order
C) Summons
D) Search and seizure warrant
  • 58. What is a key objective of the recovery phase in incident response?
A) Disconnect from all communication permanently
B) Restore systems to normal operation securely
C) Share confidential data externally
D) Delete logs to hide evidence
  • 59. Why must digital evidence be stored in a secure environment?
A) To impress court officials
B) To reduce storage costs
C) To allow unrestricted access
D) To prevent tampering and environmental damage
  • 60. What does “forensic readiness” mean in cybersecurity?
A) Ensuring all files are deleted automatically
B) Sharing passwords among staff
C) Preparing systems to enable rapid and effective investigation when incidents occur
D) Avoiding logging all activities
  • 61. Which of the following is critical when presenting digital evidence in court?
A) Demonstrating that collection followed legal procedures and integrity was preserved
B) Altering timestamps for clarity
C) Presenting files in any order
D) Using personal analysis tools without documentation
  • 62. Which of the following is the first step in filing a case for illegal fishing under the Philippine Fisheries Code?
A) Arresting the suspect immediately
B) Conducting a public hearing
C) Imposing fines directly
D) Filing a complaint with the Philippine National Police or BFAR
  • 63. Who has the authority to investigate violations of the Philippine Fisheries Code?
A) Arresting the suspect immediately
B) Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) only
C) Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)
D) Civil Society Organizations
  • 64. Which of the following best describes the required evidence in filing a fisheries case?
A) Witness testimony only
B) Physical evidence, witness statements, and official inspection reports
C) News reports of the incident
D) Suspect’s verbal admission only
  • 65. Under the Fisheries Code, what document is needed to officially start a prosecution?
A) Complaint-Affidavit
B) Barangay Resolution
C) Warrant of Arrest
D) Certification of Fisheries Permit
  • 66. When filing a case, which body has jurisdiction over municipal waters violations?
A) Department of Justice
B) Regional Trial Court
C) Municipal Trial Court
D) Barangay Council
  • 67. To file a case under the Wildlife Act, a complainant must?
A) Capture the suspected poacher first
B) Notify the local police only
C) Wait for media coverage
D) Submit a complaint to the DENR Wildlife Management Bureau
  • 68. Which type of evidence is crucial in wildlife violation cases?
A) Personal assumptions
B) Anonymous letters
C) Animal carcass, photographs, or seizure receipts
D) Newspaper clippings
  • 69. Who can initiate a wildlife violation complaint?
A) Only government officers
B) Only non-government organizations
C) Only Barangay Captains
D) Any person with personal knowledge of the violation
  • 70. The Wildlife Act requires which of the following before a court hearing?
A) Filing of a verified complaint with supporting evidence
B) Mediation between parties
C) Public demonstration
D) Issuance of a cease and desist order
  • 71. If someone illegally hunts endangered species, which law applies?
A) RA 9003
B) RA 9147
C) RA 8749
D) RA 9275
  • 72. What is the proper initial step in filing a complaint under RA 9003?
A) Issuing a summons directly
B) Filing a written complaint with the LGU’s Environmental Office
C) Conducting a clean-up drive
D) Posting a notice on social media
  • 73. Which evidence is acceptable for a solid waste case?
A) Photos of improper dumping, witness affidavits, inspection reports
B) Social media posts without verification
C) Personal opinion
D) Verbal complaints only
  • 74. Who enforces compliance with RA 9003 in barangay areas?
A) Department of Health
B) Court of Appeals
C) Bureau of Fire Protection
D) Barangay Environmental Officer
  • 75. Filing of a solid waste case must be accompanied by:
A) Mayor’s verbal order
B) Environmental Impact Statement
C) Community approval
D) Sworn complaint specifying violation
  • 76. Violations of RA 9003 in private property are filed with?
A) Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
B) Supreme Court
C) Local Government Unit (LGU) or municipal/city courts
D) National Bureau of Investigation (NBI)
  • 77. The first step in filing a Clean Air Act case is?
A) Issuing a cease and desist order
B) Conducting an ambient air quality test
C) Informing the media
D) Filing a complaint with the DENR or LGU
  • 78. Which agency handles violations from industrial pollution sources?
A) Bureau of Fire Protection
B) Local Barangay Council
C) Philippine Coast Guard
D) Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
  • 79. What document initiates the legal process under RA 8749?
A) Police blotter
B) Written and verified complaint with evidence
C) Public notice
D) News article
  • 80. Who may file a complaint under the Clean Air Act?
A) Any person with knowledge of the violation
B) Only the mayor
C) Only environmental NGOs
D) Only DENR officers
  • 81. Evidence for air pollution violations may include?
A) Hearsay statements only
B) Emission monitoring results, photos, official inspection reports
C) Social media posts
D) Personal opinion
  • 82. Filing a complaint under the Clean Water Act begins with?
A) Letter to the President
B) Written complaint to DENR or LGU detailing the violation
C) Direct action against polluters
D) Posting flyers in the affected area
  • 83. Who has authority to investigate water pollution complaints?
A) Department of Environment and Natural Resources
B) Civil Society Organizations
C) Bureau of Fisheries
D) Department of Agriculture
  • 84. Essential evidence for water pollution includes?
A) Community rumor
B) Newspaper articles
C) Water sampling results, photos, witness affidavits
D) Personal opinion
  • 85. A verified complaint under RA 9275 must?
A) Describe the color of the water only
B) Wait for media coverage
C) Include only verbal statements
D) Identify the violator and the act committed
  • 86. Complaints involving coastal pollution are filed with?
A) Philippine Navy
B) Barangay Tanod
C) Local Police only
D) DENR or LGU offices with jurisdiction
  • 87. The purpose of filing a verified complaint is to?
A) Evict the violator immediately
B) Collect donations for the case
C) Publicize the violation
D) Initiate investigation and legal proceedings
  • 88. What is common in filing all environmental cases?
A) Written complaint with supporting evidence
B) Public protest
C) Direct execution of fines by complainant
D) Media announcement
  • 89. Which of the following statements is true regarding environmental complaints?
    A. Only government officers can file complaints
A) Only government officers can file complaints
B) Any person with knowledge of violation may file
C) Only the mayor can authorize filing
D) Filing is optional if evidence exists
  • 90. Before a case is filed, authorities usually?
A) Impose fines without trial
B) Conduct inspection or gather evidence
C) Immediately arrest the violator
D) Publish on social media
  • 91. Who may represent a complainant in filing environmental cases?
A) Random citizens
B) Only the complainant personally
C) Media personnel
D) Private counsel or government prosecutor
  • 92. The difference between a police blotter report and a complaint-affidavit is?
A) Blotter is filed only by NGOs
B) Blotter is evidence in court; complaint is optional
C) Blotter records the incident; complaint initiates prosecution
D) Blotter is filed after verdict; complaint is filed after media report
  • 93. What ensures the complaint is “official” and actionable?
A) Social media post
B) Sworn statement under oath
C) Petition signed by friends
D) Verbal notice to neighbor
  • 94. Which of the following is a function of the LGU in environmental cases?
A) Issue fishing licenses only
B) Impose life imprisonment
C) Receive complaints and conduct preliminary investigation
D) Publish complaints nationwide
  • 95. Which document must accompany the complaint in most environmental cases?
A) Social media posts
B) None of the above
C) Evidence showing violation
D) Only verbal testimony
  • 96. Environmental cases filed in court require?
A) Only witness statements
B) Only media coverage
C) Verified complaint and supporting evidence
D) Only public notice
  • 97. What is the key role of witnesses in environmental cases?
A) Provide firsthand accounts supporting the complaint
B) Announce violations on social media
C) Arrest violators personally
D) Conduct media campaigns
  • 98. Filing a complaint without evidence will most likely?
A) Be dismissed by the court
B) Lead to immediate conviction
C) Automatically impose fines
D) Require public hearing
  • 99. Which law emphasizes the protection of wildlife and its habitats?
A) RA 9147
B) RA 8749
C) RA 9275
D) RA 9003
  • 100. Proper filing of environmental cases helps in?
A) Publicizing the complainant
B) Evicting residents forcibly
C) Media sensationalism
D) Preventing environmental degradation and promoting compliance
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