Introduction to Cybersecurity: Module 4 Linux

Treats: Unintended weaknesses or flaws that could be exploited or triggered through a variety of means

Controls: An action that aims to reduce or modify (mitigate) identified risks and prevent attacks.

Redhat, CentOS, Kali, Ubuntu, Xilinx are all

ClamAV: Open-source anti-virus toolkit & engine, not a full-featured endpoint security solution, it detects malware

Tools: Applications, devices, or processes used in implementing controls

Linux command that can copy files and directories.

It's not Windows: CLI is more powerful than GUI, but a GUI is easier to use.

Choose all that are part of user mode.

GUI stand stands for ..

A Linux Distribution that contains more than 600 security tools.

Prevents authorized users from accessing to sensitive files, information, or system areas they do not have a need for

KDE, Gnome, Xserver and XFCE, are types of Linux GUI.

GNU stands for “GNU's Not Unix.” Pick the true statement(s).

IP Tables are used for Linux implementation of an endpoint firewall to protect Linux systems from network access.

Who created the Linux OS Kernel?

Baselining is crucial for clients - ________ includes configuring endpoint security, host firewall, applying patches.

Uses passwords, allows users to have root access, & limits on who can log on to Linux systems & services

Open source software means:

User Mode: Boot Loader, Linux Kernel, Driver, File System, Network Stack

Linux command that changes the directory.

Linux command that means print working directory, it displays the present directory.

Linux command that provides a list of files and directories.

What does CLI stand for?