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