Cybersecurity Program Quiz 1

Cybersecurity Quiz 1

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1. Which of the following best defines cybersecurity?

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks

The study of viruses and malware for forensic purposes

The use of cryptographic algorithms to secure information

A subset of computer science focused on ethical hacking

2. What is the primary difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption?

Asymmetric encryption does not require a key to decrypt data

Asymmetric encryption is faster than symmetric encryption

Symmetric encryption is used only for digital signatures, while asymmetric encryption is used for secure communication

Symmetric encryption uses one key for encryption and decryption, while asymmetric encryption uses a pair of keys

3. Which networking protocol is commonly used for secure web browsing?

FTP

HTTPS

UDP

HTTP

4. Which of the following is an example of a social engineering attack?

A denial-of-service (DoS) attack targeting a website

A hacker exploiting a software vulnerability

A brute-force attack on a password-protected account

A phishing email tricking users into revealing their credentials

5. What role does a firewall play in network security?

It monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules

It detects unauthorized access to physical network components

It encrypts data sent over the internet

It scans files for malware before they are opened

6. Which type of cyberattack aims to overwhelm a network or system with excessive traffic?

Phishing attack

Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attack

Denial-of-service (DoS) attack

SQL injection attack

7. What is the primary security risk associated with using public Wi-Fi networks?

Public Wi-Fi networks automatically install malware on connected devices

They are immune to cyber threats since they are open networks

Public Wi-Fi is always slower than private networks

Attackers can intercept data transmissions using man-in-the-middle attacks

8. Which of the following best describes the principle of least privilege in cybersecurity?

Users should be given administrator access to perform all tasks

All network users should have equal access to company data

Access should be granted only to the minimum necessary resources for a user’s job

Privileges should be assigned based on seniority within an organization

9. Which of these is a common method for securing a wireless network?

Using WPA3 encryption for authentication and data security

Using outdated WEP security protocol

Disabling encryption to allow faster connections

Keeping the network’s SSID visible at all times

10. Why is cybersecurity increasingly important in the digital age?

Internet security threats are expected to decline over time

More people are using the internet, leading to higher risks of cyberattacks

Hackers only target large corporations, not individuals

Cybersecurity is required only for government agencies

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