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5. What is the main purpose of rate limiting in cloud security?
Improving internet speed
Reducing server costs
Increasing server downtime
Preventing excessive API requests
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12. What type of attack involves malicious firmware modifications?
SQL injection
Firmware supply chain attack
Phishing attack
Denial of Service (DoS) attack
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15. Why is risk assessment essential when working with suppliers?
To increase product prices
To reduce cloud storage usage
To identify potential security threats before they cause harm
To improve company branding
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3. What is a common cybersecurity risk associated with cloud computing?
API vulnerabilities
Lower data availability
Increased hardware costs
Slower internet speeds
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7. Which of the following is not a secure payment method?
Tokenization
Authentication with multi-factor verification
Secure Payment Gateways
Storing credit card information in plaintext
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6. Why is SSL encryption important for online businesses?
It encrypts customer data to prevent interception
It reduces product prices
It eliminates the need for authentication
It speeds up website loading times
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8. What is a major risk during Black Friday for online retailers?
Lack of available discounts
Reduced customer traffic
Lower product demand
Cybercriminals launching phishing and fraud attacks
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9. What would be a likely consequence of failing to authenticate users properly in an application?
Unauthorized access to sensitive data
Increased customer satisfaction
Lower marketing costs
Faster website performance
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2. Which of the following is not a cloud service model?
PaaS
IaaS
BIOS
SaaS
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10. What is the primary goal of a secure payment gateway?
Reduce taxes for businesses
Encrypt and protect payment information
Allow unlimited refunds
Increase transaction speed
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14. Which of the following is not a recommended security practice for third-party vendors?
Monitoring for potential vulnerabilities
Regular security audits
Granting unrestricted access to all employees
Using encrypted communications
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4. Which security measure is **most effective** against data breaches in the cloud?
Decreasing internet bandwidth
Antivirus software
Disabling software updates
Encryption and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
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13. What is the role of compliance in supplier security?
Ensuring third-party vendors meet security regulations
Increasing data storage space
Improving website design
Reducing internet costs
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11. What is the biggest cybersecurity risk when hiring third-party service providers?
Exposure to supply chain attacks
Lack of company branding
Reduced employee productivity
High marketing costs
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1. What is a key advantage of cloud computing for businesses?
Unlimited free storage
No need for internet access
Cost efficiency and scalability
Reduced security risks
