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Insider and Outsider Threat
Insider and Outsider Threat
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1
Which of the following best describes social engineering?
Using encryption to protect data
Tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information
Gaining unauthorized access through a physical breach
Manipulating computer code to exploit vulnerabilities
2
Which of the following is an example of a strong password?
Password123
P@w0rd!
MyDog'sName
Admin@123
3
What is the purpose of penetration testing in cybersecurity?
Monitoring network traffic
Encrypting sensitive data
Identifying and fixing vulnerabilities
Blocking spam emails
4
What does "IoT" stand for in the context of cybersecurity?
Integrated Online Testing
Information on Threats
Internet of Things
Input/Output Terminal
5
What cybersecurity practice helps protect against phishing attacks?
Installing a firewall
Regularly updating software
Using a virtual private network (VPN)
Being cautious with email links and attachments
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What type of cyber attack aims to render a system or website unavailable to users?
Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attack
Phishing
Ransomware
Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack
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Which security measure involves the use of biometric data to authenticate users?
Two-factor authentication (2FA)
Encryption
Antivirus software
Fingerprint scanning
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Which cybersecurity threat involves an attacker intercepting and altering communication between two parties?
Trojan horse
Spoofing
Phishing
Ransomware
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What is the primary purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?
Monitor website traffic
Encrypt data transmissions
Prevent unauthorized access to a network
Block spam emails
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What security measure helps protect data by converting it into a code that can only be read with a decryption key?
Firewall
Two-factor authentication (2FA)
Encryption
Antivirus software
