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Cybersecurity 4708
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Most employers want new hires to have at least 2-3 years of experience in IT or cybersecurity
True
False
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What is the primary goal of data security in cybersecurity?
To improve internet speed for data transfers
To protect data from unauthorized access, corruption, or loss
To ensure data is properly formatted for storage and retrieval
To back up data only when a breach occurs
3
What does a security analyst do?
To create user-friendly interfaces for security software
Detects and responds to security threats in an organization's systems
To design and develop new encryption algorithms
To physically secure company buildings and data centers
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Using the same password for multiple accounts increases security by making it easier to remember.
False
True
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What does multi-factor authentication (MFA) provide?
A way to store passwords securely in a database
A secondary layer of security using two or more authentication methods
A single password to access multiple accounts
An automatic way to change passwords every month
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Which of the following is the best definition of phishing?
A cybersecurity tool used to detect malware
A method of testing firewalls by sending dummy attacks
A technique used to encrypt data before transmission
An attack that tricks users into providing sensitive information
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What is the primary purpose of network security in cybersecurity?
To provide customer support for internet connectivity issues
To create and design new networking protocols
To optimize network speed and performance
To protect network infrastructure from unauthorized access and attacks
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What does the CIA stand for in cybersecurity
Cybersecurity, Intelligence, Authentication
Compliance, Infrastructure, Access control
Control, Identification, Analysis
Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
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"Red Team" detects cyber attacks when they occur
False
True
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What does a Data Protection Officer (DPO) do?
To develop and maintain the company's website
To oversee and ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations
To monitor network traffic for potential cyber threats
To create software for encrypting company data
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A VPN (Virtual Private Network) helps protect online privacy by encrypting internet traffic.
False
True
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What is the primary focus of application security in cybersecurity?
Ensuring that an application is user-friendly and visually appealing
Protecting applications from security threats and vulnerabilities
Managing network traffic to prevent unauthorized access
Backing up application data to prevent loss
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Which type of malware encrypts a user’s files and demands payment to restore access?
Spyware
Trojan Horse
Phishing
Ransomware
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What is the main focus of endpoint security in cybersecurity?
To monitor employee internet usage on company networks
To protect the physical location of servers and data centers
To ensure the data backup systems are functioning correctly
To secure devices such as laptops and smartphones from security threats
15
Which of the following is an example of a social engineering attack?
A firewall blocking unauthorized network traffic
A hacker exploiting a software vulnerability to gain access to a system
A brute-force attack used to crack a password
A cybercriminal tricking an employee into revealing their login credentials
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Which one is NOT a cyberattack?
Catfishing
Malware
Ransomware
Phishing
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What does a Penetration Tester do?
Repairs and fixes hardware issues in a computer network
Monitors employee internet usage and enforce company policies
Develops antivirus software to protect against malware
Conducts simulated cyberattacks to identify security vulnerabilities
