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Security+ Implementing Host Based Security

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a host-based security control?

Network Access Control
Anti-malware software
Intrusion Detection Systems
Firewalls
VPNs

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a common method used to protect sensitive information stored on a host system?

Firewalls
Access control
Patch management
Encryption
Intrusion detection

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a host-based intrusion detection system (HIDS)?

To prevent brute force attacks
To block unauthorized access to a network
To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
To scan for vulnerabilities in the OS
To detect and respond to malware infections

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a host-based firewall?

To prevent unauthorized access to a network
To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
To control inbound and outbound network traffic
To detect and respond to intrusion attempts
To encrypt network communications

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of host hardening?

To encrypt network communications
To disable unnecessary services and ports
To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
To implement strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
To detect and respond to malware infections

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of an antivirus software?

To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
To encrypt network communications
To prevent unauthorized access to a network
To detect and respond to intrusion attempts
To protect against malware infections

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for host-based security?

Implementing strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
Disabling unnecessary services and ports
Enforcing user access controls and permissions
Enabling and configuring a host-based firewall
Regularly updating the operating system and applications

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