Cybersecurity Basics Flashcard

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What is cybersecurity?

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

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What are the three core principles of cybersecurity?

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Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability

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What is the difference between a virus and a worm?

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A virus needs user execution, while a worm is self-replicating.

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What does "phishing" mean in cybersecurity?

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A type of cyber attack using fraudulent emails or websites

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What is a firewall?

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A network security device that monitors and controls traffic

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What is encryption?

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The process of converting data into a coded form

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What is multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

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A security process requiring two or more verification factors

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What is a DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack?

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Overwhelming a server with traffic from multiple sources

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What is the role of an antivirus program?

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To detect, prevent, and remove malware

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What is a Trojan horse in cybersecurity?

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A malicious program disguised as legitimate software