Cyber Horror Escape Room

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HorrorEscape room

Hocking College Cybersecurity & Networking Program

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"A ghost is trapped in this house, doomed to wander it until it regains all its memories.To help it find them, you must first overcome all the challenges and collect the missing objects in your inventory.Explore the house and try not to gettrapped yourself…"

Introduction

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• Password Fun Facts
• Strong & Unique: Ditch "password123"! Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols for each account.
• Passphrases Rock: Random words (like "PurpleElephantSingingPizza") are strong and easy to remember!
• No Personal Info: Avoid birthdays, pet names, or anything easily guessed.
• Password Managers Help: These tools create and store strong passwords for you.
• 100+ Passwords? The average person has a lot to remember - stay safe, not sorry!

A password that is easy to remember, like your birthday or pet's name

A long and complex password with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

A short and simple password, like "password123"

I am strong and complex, a guardian of your digital soul.I ward off malicious spirits who seek to take control.I am long and unique, a secret never to be told.With me by your side, your accounts will remain bold.What am I?

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A virus

A zombie

A ghost

Riddle:I lurk in the shadows, unseen and unheard,I infiltrate your devices, like a ghostly word.I steal your data, your passwords, your every deed,Leaving chaos and destruction in my wake.What am I?

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A hacker

A ghost

A cookie

Riddle:I roam the digital realm, unseen and unheard,I collect your data, every word and deed.I sell it to the highest bidder, for profit I greed.I leave a trail of breadcrumbs, a digital seed.What am I?

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An online predator

A virus

A ghost

Riddle:I lurk in the shadows, unseen and unheard,I whisper sweet nothings, to lure you to my lair.I promise riches, fame, and love,But all I want is your heart and soul.What am I?

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This is not correct...

Find the key to continue

Inventory

Continue exploring the house

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It is too dark...

Secret Message Fun Facts

• Ancient Roots: Egyptians & Greeks used codes to protect secrets!
• Invisible Ink: Write secret messages with lemon juice – heat reveals it!
• Code Talkers: Native languages were used as unbreakable codes in wars!
• Enigma Machine: WWII code machine that was famously cracked.
• Modern Encryption: Protects our online info, like bank details and emails.

Format the computer and reinstall the operating system.

Connect the computer to the internet to download a virus removal tool.

Open the computer's antivirus software and scan for viruses.

Turn off the computer immediately.

Question:You've stumbled upon a strange computer in the Malware Mansion. It's infected with a virus, and you must disable it to continue your journey. Which of the following actions should you take first?

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D. A cookie

B. A spam email

C. A phishing email

A. A virus

Riddle:In a sea of emails, a trap awaits,A message disguised, with a bait it lays.It promises riches, or a prize so grand,But it's all a trick, a scheme at hand.What is this lure, so tempting and bright?It's a phishing email, a digital blight.

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D. A cookie

C. A clickbait link

B. A spam email

A. A virus

Riddle:In a digital sea, a beacon shines bright,It lures you in, with promises so light.It offers a shortcut, a path to your dreams,But beware, for its trap is unseen.What is this lure, so tempting and grand?

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D. Antivirus software

C. A firewall

B. Multi-factor authentication

A. A strong password

Riddle:I am a guardian, strong and true,I add a layer, just for you.With me in place, your accounts are tight,Protecting you from the hackers' blight.What am I?

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Remember these notes and play them on the piano in the correct order

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...One more

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Start over...

You found a new item for your inventory

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Inventory

Continue exploring the house

Inventory open...

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Use the magnifying glass to search for the code and then insert it into the typewriter

Someone is there!

A computer virus

Social engineering

A phishing email

Riddle:I am a master of disguise, a chameleon in the night,I weave tales of trust, to lure you into my light.I prey on your kindness, your desire to help and to please,To gain your secrets, your data, with deceptive ease.What am I?

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A spy satellite

A hacker

Open source intelligence (OSINT)

Riddle:I am a detective, but I carry no badge,I uncover secrets, without a rampage.My tools are public, my methods discreet,I gather information, from the digital street.What am I?

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A Trojan horse

A phishing email

A strong password

Riddle:I am a hidden threat, a wolf in sheep's clothing,I lurk in the shadows, my true nature loathing.I mimic your files, your programs, your trust,But my purpose is wicked, to turn your data to dust.What am I?

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It's locked...look in the inventory for something to open it

A briefcase has appeared...

Cybersecurity Careers: The Future is Now!High Demand: Cybersecurity jobs are exploding! By 2025, there will be 3.5 million unfilled positions globally.Variety of Roles: From ethical hackers to security analysts, there's a cybersecurity career for every interest.Great Pay: Cybersecurity professionals earn some of the highest salaries in the tech industry.Make a Difference: Protect people and organizations from cyber threats and make the digital world a safer place.Always Learning: The field is constantly evolving, so you'll always be learning new skills and technologies.

For more information:

Norma DePriest Program Director, Cybersecurity Workforce Development | Hocking College 740-753-6383 depriestn@hocking.edu www.hocking.edu

You have recovered all the memories of the ghost! Now it can finally rest and you can escape from the house!

Congratulations

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