Quiz : Network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems

What is the main function of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)?

• Block detected threats

• Monitor network traffic for abnormal activity

• Automate response actions

• Analyze network vulnerabilities

How do Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) differ from IDS?

• IPS focus on detection and alerting

• IPS do not actively intervene

• IPS reduce the burden on security personnel

• IPS rely on signature databases

What is a challenge associated with IDS and IPS systems?

• Monitoring mechanisms

• Evolving threats

• Automated response actions

• Resource consumption

Where should IPS be strategically deployed within a network architecture?

• At critical segments

• At random points

• Only at network boundaries

• Between internal network zones

What is the purpose of Cisco SPAN in network monitoring?

• To automate response actions

• To duplicate traffic for monitoring

• To configure security policies

• To analyze network vulnerabilities

What should be done after configuring a Cisco SPAN session?

• Activate the SPAN session

• Update IPS signatures

• Conduct regular audits

• Deploy in production networks

What is the benefit of implementing Network-based IPS?

• Decrease compliance with regulatory requirements

• Enhance network security

• Increase false positives

• Reduce security personnel burden

How can IPS configurations be customized?

• By avoiding anomaly-based detection

• By specifying detection methods

• By not monitoring traffic

• By not updating signatures

What is a key feature of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)?

• Automated response actions

• Signature-based detection

• Passive in nature

• Out-of-band deployment modes

What is the main function of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)?

• Monitor network traffic

• Generate alerts

• Detect and prevent malicious activity

• Analyze network vulnerabilities