Foundations of Cybersecurity

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

• To protect systems and data from cyber threats.

• To promote social media engagement.

• To increase the speed of internet connections.

• To enhance user experience on websites.

Define the term 'threat' in the context of cybersecurity.

• A threat is a potential danger that can exploit a vulnerability in a system.

• A threat is a security measure to protect data.

• A threat is a guaranteed attack on a system.

• A threat is a type of software used for encryption.

What does 'social engineering' mean in cybersecurity?

• A method of securing networks through firewalls.

• A technique for coding software securely.

• The process of encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access.

• Social engineering is the psychological manipulation of people to obtain confidential information.

Explain the concept of 'phishing'.

• Phishing is a technique used to enhance online security.

• Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy source.

• Phishing involves sending unsolicited emails for marketing purposes.

• Phishing is a method of secure data transfer.

What does the CIA Triad stand for in cybersecurity?

• Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
  

• Confidentiality, Identity, Access

• Cybersecurity, Information, Authentication

• Communication, Integrity, Access

What is a DDoS attack?

• A DDoS attack is a method to enhance service availability by distributing traffic.

• A DDoS attack is an attempt to make a service unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic from multiple sources.

• A DDoS attack is a type of malware that infects a single computer.

• A DDoS attack is a security measure to protect against unauthorized access.

What is a firewall and how does it function?

• A firewall is a physical barrier that prevents unauthorized access to buildings.

• A firewall is a device that boosts internet speed.

• A firewall is a type of antivirus software.

• A firewall is a network security device that monitors and controls network traffic.

What does the term 'encryption' refer to?

• The method of compressing data to save space.

• A technique for backing up data securely.

• The act of sharing data over the internet.

• The process of converting data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access.

Name three common types of malware.

• Adware

• Viruses, worms, ransomware

• Spyware

• Trojan horses

What is the purpose of a VPN?

• To connect multiple devices to a single network without encryption

• To access geo-restricted content without any security

• The purpose of a VPN is to enhance online privacy and security.

• To increase internet speed