Cybersecurity Quiz

What is a Denial of Service (DoS) attack?

• A type of cyber attack that aims to make a machine or network resource unavailable to its intended users.

• A method of encrypting data to protect it from unauthorized access.

• A technique used to improve the speed and efficiency of a computer network.

• A process of backing up data to prevent loss in case of hardware failure.

Which of the following best describes SQL Injection and a method to prevent it?

• SQL Injection is a code injection technique that might destroy your database. To prevent it, use prepared statements with parameterized queries.

• SQL Injection is a method to optimize database queries. To prevent it, use indexing.

• SQL Injection is a way to enhance database security. To prevent it, use strong passwords.

• SQL Injection is a technique to improve query performance. To prevent it, use query caching.

What are common types of malware, and how can a network be protected from them?

• Viruses, use antivirus software

• Worms, implement firewalls

• Trojans, ensure regular updates

• All of the above

What is a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack, and what measures can be taken to prevent it?

• A type of cyber attack where the attacker secretly intercepts and relays communication between two parties.

• A method of encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access.

• A technique used to improve network performance by caching data.

• A strategy for backing up data to prevent loss.

What is a Zero-Day Vulnerability and how can organizations protect against it?

• A vulnerability that is known to the vendor and has a patch available.

• A vulnerability that is unknown to the vendor and has no patch available.

• A vulnerability that is known to the vendor but not yet exploited.

• A vulnerability that is known to the public and has a patch available.

Social engineering involves manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information. Which of the following is a strategy to counteract it?

• Educating employees about phishing tactics

• Increasing physical security measures

• Implementing stronger password policies

• All of the above

Discuss the importance of network segmentation and its role in enhancing network security. Which of the following is an example scenario?

• A company uses VLANs to separate its HR and Finance departments.

• A single network is used for all departments in a company.

• All employees have access to the same network resources.

• A company does not implement any network security measures.

What is the role of encryption in network security, and what are commonly used encryption protocols?

• Encryption ensures data confidentiality and integrity; commonly used protocols include SSL/TLS and IPsec.

• Encryption is used to compress data for faster transmission; commonly used protocols include HTTP and FTP.

• Encryption is primarily for data storage; commonly used protocols include SMTP and POP3.

• Encryption is used to enhance user interface design; commonly used protocols include HTML and CSS.

What are the implications of using outdated software in a network? Choose the scenario that best illustrates the risks involved.

• A network becomes vulnerable to security breaches due to unpatched software.

• Outdated software improves network performance and security.

• Using outdated software reduces the risk of cyber attacks.

• Outdated software ensures compatibility with all new devices.

What is Phishing, and how can individuals protect themselves from it?

• A cyber attack that involves tricking individuals into revealing personal information through fake emails or websites.

• A method of encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access.

• A technique used to improve network performance by caching data.

• A strategy for backing up data to prevent loss.