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Which of the following best describes a firewall?

What does port scanning help identify?

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1
What does port scanning help identify?
User login times
Open network ports and services
Software licenses
Encrypted passwords
2
Which of the following best describes a firewall?
Device used to increase internet speed
Hardware for data storage
Security system that monitors and controls network traffic
Tool for cracking passwords
3
Which of the following helps prevent malware infections?
Auto-running USB devices
Port forwarding
Antivirus software
Open Wi-Fi
4
What does the term "least privilege" mean in cybersecurity?
B) Giving users the minimum access needed
Using guest accounts only
A) Allowing access to all files
) Sharing passwords securely
5
Which is considered a cybersecurity best practice?
Disabling firewalls
Sharing passwords
Using default admin credentials
Regularly updating software
6
What is the main purpose of a Unified Threat Management (UTM) device?
D) Scan email for spam
B) Combine multiple security functions into one device
A) Encrypt network traffic
C) Manage user accounts
7
Which device can actively block malicious traffic in real time?
Load balancer
Packet sniffer
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
8
What is a benefit of real-time threat detection?
Immediate response to threats
Lower hardware cost
Easier internet access
Scheduled reports
9
What is the role of an IDS?
Backup user files
Block unauthorized access automatically
Encrypt sensitive data
Detect suspicious activity and alert administrators
10
Which device is used to hide internal IP addresses from the internet?
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C) VPN server
B) NAT router
A) Firewall