Security 1

Which type of security device requires the user to insert some type of identification card to validate access?

• PIN code

• Badge reader

• Security token

• Biometrics

Someone has configured an external server with an IP address that should belong to one of your sister company's servers. With this new computer, they are attempting to establish a connection to your internal network. What type of attack is this?

• Spoofing

• On-path attack

• Zombie/botnet

• Non-compliant system

What type of security device often incorporates RFID technology to grant personnel access to secure areas or resources?

• Smartcard

• Security token

• Access control vestibule

• Key fob

You are configuring a wireless network for a small office. What should you enable for the best encryption possible for network transmissions?

• WPS

• WEP

• WPA

• WPA3

You work for a company that has employees fill out and manually sign personnel documents. Once the signed documents are scanned into a system, the paper copies are no longer needed. What should be done with the paper documents?

• Place them in the recycle bin.

• Shred them.

• Place them in the trash.

• Keep them in a locked cabinet.

Which types of security threats involve the attacker attempting to directly contact a potential victim? (Choose two.)

• Spoofing

• Phishing

• Social engineering

• Brute-force attacking

An employee uses their security badge to enter the building through a secured door. Another person tries to enter the building behind them before the door closes without swiping a badge. What type of behavior is the second person demonstrating?

• Shoulder surfing

• On-path attack

• Brute-force

• Tailgating

You have a Windows domain network and want to ensure that users are required to meet password complexity requirements. What is the best way to implement this on the network?

• Use a firewall.

• Use a VPN.

• Use Group Policy.

• Use DLP.

You are planning security protocols for your company's new server room. What's the simplest way to help physically keep potential attackers away from your servers?

• Lock the door.

• Use cable locks.

• Install an access control vestibule.

• Implement biometrics.

A user on your network reported that their screen went blank and a message popped up. It's telling them that their files are no longer accessible, and if they want them back, they need to enter a credit card number and pay a $200 fee. Which type of malware has infected this system?

• Rootkit

• Ransomware

• Trojan

• Spyware