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3 followers study24x7 20 Nov 2024 10:45 AM study24x7 study24x7

Which term refers to a logical buffer zone to protect public-facing servers?

A

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

B

Proxy server

C

Honeypot

D

IDS (Intrusion Detection System)

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3 followers study24x7 20 Nov 2024 10:45 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the role of Transport Layer Security (TLS)?

A

Email encryption

B

Secure file transfer

C

Web traffic encryption

D

All of the above

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3 followers study24x7 20 Nov 2024 10:44 AM study24x7 study24x7

Which is considered the first computer virus?

A

Creeper

B

Reaper

C

MyDoom

D

Code Red

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3 followers study24x7 19 Nov 2024 11:11 AM study24x7 study24x7

What does WPA2 in WiFi security stand for?

A

Wireless Protected Access 2

B

Wireless Protection Authentication

C

Wired Protected Access

D

Wireless Protected Algorithm

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3 followers study24x7 19 Nov 2024 11:10 AM study24x7 study24x7

Which protocol ensures encrypted file transfer?

A

FTP

B

SFTP

C

HTTP

D

SMTP

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3 followers study24x7 19 Nov 2024 11:09 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the primary purpose of a firewall?

A

Block advertisements

B

Protect against malware

C

Control traffic flow based on rules

D

Encrypt internet connections

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3 followers study24x7 18 Sep 2024 09:56 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is a "Blue Team" in the context of cybersecurity?

A

A team of ethical hackers

B

A team responsible for defending against cyber attacks

C

A team that conducts security audits

D

A team that optimizes internet speed

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3 followers study24x7 17 Sep 2024 10:17 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the purpose of a Digital Forensics investigation in cybersecurity?

A

To optimize computer performance

B

To recover and analyze digital evidence for legal purposes

C

To manage access controls

D

To conduct penetration testing

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3 followers study24x7 17 Sep 2024 10:16 AM study24x7 study24x7

Explain the principle of "Defense in Depth" in cybersecurity.

A

A strategy involving multiple layers of security controls to protect against various threats

B

A technique for encrypting sensitive data

C

A method to speed up internet connectivity

D

A model for secure software development

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3 followers study24x7 17 Sep 2024 10:14 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the role of a Security Operations Center (SOC) in cybersecurity?

A

To develop encryption algorithms

B

To monitor and respond to security incidents

C

To conduct security training for employees

D

To optimize computer performance

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3 followers study24x7 16 Sep 2024 11:20 AM study24x7 study24x7

Define "Cryptographic Hash Function" and its use in cybersecurity.

A

A function used to encrypt files

B

A function used to hash passwords

C

A method to optimize internet speed

D

A function used to detect errors in data transmission

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3 followers study24x7 16 Sep 2024 11:16 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the significance of the CIA Triad in cybersecurity?

A

A model for secure software development

B

A framework for risk assessment

C

An encryption algorithm

D

A model for ensuring the security principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability

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3 followers study24x7 16 Sep 2024 11:16 AM study24x7 study24x7

Explain the concept of "Shodan" in cybersecurity.

A

A type of malware

B

A search engine for internet-connected devices

C

A cryptographic algorithm

D

An intrusion detection system

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3 followers study24x7 13 Sep 2024 09:35 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the purpose of a Security Token in multi-factor authentication?

A

To generate one-time passwords

B

To increase internet speed

C

To encrypt files on the network

D

To conduct security audits

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3 followers study24x7 13 Sep 2024 09:34 AM study24x7 study24x7

Explain the concept of "Ephemeral Key" in the context of encryption.

A

A key that changes frequently, often used for a single session

B

A long-term encryption key

C

A key used only for symmetric encryption

D

A key associated with public-key cryptography

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3 followers study24x7 13 Sep 2024 09:34 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the role of a Security Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC) in the cybersecurity landscape?

A

To conduct security audits

B

To share and analyze threat intelligence among organizations

C

To develop encryption algorithms

D

To manage user access controls

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3 followers study24x7 12 Sep 2024 09:51 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the purpose of a Security Incident Response Plan?

A

To create secure incidents

B

To provide guidelines for responding to and mitigating security incidents

C

To delete unwanted emails

D

To enhance computer speed

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3 followers study24x7 12 Sep 2024 09:50 AM study24x7 study24x7

What does the term "Social Engineering" refer to in the context of cybersecurity?

A

A technique to enhance social interactions within an organization

B

Exploiting human psychology to gain access to information

C

Building secure social networks for organizations

D

Optimizing internet speed through social connections

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3 followers study24x7 12 Sep 2024 09:49 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the difference between penetration testing and vulnerability scanning?

A

They are synonymous terms.

B

Penetration testing involves exploiting vulnerabilities, while vulnerability scanning identifies vulnerabilities.

C

Vulnerability scanning is more comprehensive than penetration testing.

D

Penetration testing is only performed by external parties.

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3 followers study24x7 11 Sep 2024 10:34 AM study24x7 study24x7

What is the purpose of a Security Risk Assessment?

A

To identify and evaluate potential security risks

B

To increase network speed

C

To delete unnecessary files

D

To encrypt all files on the network

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