L7 MSC Network Security Quiz

What are intruders who exploit cyber security vulnerabilities called?

• Hackers

• Threat actors

• Cyber police

• Network administrators

Which of the following is NOT a type of threat that may arise after a threat actor gains access to the network?

• Information theft

• Data loss and manipulation

• Identity theft

• Software installation

Which of the following is a type of threat that may arise after a threat actor gains access to the network?

• Data Loss and Manipulation

• System upgrade

• Network optimization

• Software development

What is the term used for breaking into a computer to obtain confidential information?

• Data Mining

• Information Theft

• Phishing

• Social engineering

What is an example of data loss?

• A threat actor sending a virus that reformats a computer hard drive

• Breaking into a records system to change information

• Changing the price of an item in a database

• Altering data records without authorization

What is an example of data manipulation?

• A threat actor sending a virus that reformats a computer hard drive

• Breaking into a records system to change information

• Destroying data records

• Reformatting a computer hard drive

What is identity theft?

• A form of information theft where personal information is stolen to take over someone's identity.

• A type of physical theft involving stealing someone's belongings.

• A method of hacking into someone's computer to steal files.

• A way to legally obtain someone's personal information.

What is the primary effect of a disruption of service?

• It enhances the speed of network communications.

• It prevents legitimate users from accessing services.

• It improves the security of network devices.

• It increases the bandwidth of communication links.

Which of the following is an example of a disruption of service?

• Upgrading network devices.

• Denial of service (DoS) attacks on servers.

• Installing new software.

• Increasing network bandwidth.

What are the three primary vulnerabilities or weaknesses in a network?

• Technological, configuration, and security policy

• Hardware, software, and firmware

• Speed, bandwidth, and latency

• Encryption, decryption, and authentication