25_IAS101_Q2

Which aspect of information security ensures that data is kept secret and only accessible to authorized users?

• • Confidentiality

• • Integrity

• Availability

• • Authenticity

Which method is most effective for preventing unauthorized modification of data?

• Encrypting the data

• Message authentication and integrity codes (MAC/MIC)

• Regular backups

• Installing antivirus software

A 'Logic Bomb' is best described as:

• A network worm that spreads rapidly

• Malicious code that is triggered by a specific event

• A type of password cracker

• A form of DNS poisoning

Which of the following is NOT a type of IT threat?

• Password grabbers

• Logic Bombs

• Dictionary attack

• Network worms

Which type of attack involves tricking a user into providing sensitive information such as passwords?

• Phishing

• Cross-site scripting (XSS)

• SQL Injection

• Dictionary attack

Which of the following is NOT a typical safeguard against internet security threats?

• Monitoring incoming emails

• Disabling scripting features in email programs

• Installing and configuring file encryption programs

• Installing internet security software

Which aspect of security focuses on ensuring that data is available to authorized users when needed?

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

• Availability

• Authenticity

Which of the following is NOT a security measure for protecting a computer?

• Installing up-to-date antivirus software

• Leaving your computer unattended

• Using strong passwords

• Enabling default firewall settings

The process of verifying the identity of a user in a computer system is known as:

• Confidentiality

• Integrity

• Authenticity

• Availability

Which type of IT threat is characterized by malicious code that disguises itself as legitimate software?

• Network worm

• Trojan Horse

• Computer virus

• DNS poisoning