Cybersecurity Quiz

What is the purpose of a CAPTCHA in online security?

• Detecting malware

• Authenticating users

• Preventing automated bots

• Encrypting data

What is the primary purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network) in cyber security?

• Speed up internet connection

• Encrypt and secure communication over the internet

• Block malicious websites

• Boost Wi-Fi signal strength

What type of software infects a machine, locks the files, then asks for money?

• Worm

• Trojan

• Ransomware

• Browser Hijacker

What is getting connected to a system without a username or password called?

• Null Session

• Blank Session

• Admin Session

• Bot Session

What does NAT stand for in networking?

• Network Address Translation

• Network Access Technology

• Network Application Transfer

• Network Address Transfer

To what does a DNS translate a domain name?

• Hex

• IP

• Binary

• URL

Which of the following is used for encrypting data at the network level?

• HTTPS

• SMTP

• S/MIME

• IPSec

A ________ is a single piece of hardware that allows you to use several computers on a single Internet connection.

• Modem

• Router

• Network

• Monitor

What is the maximum number of hosts that can be addressed in a /24 subnet?

• 254

• 256

• 512

• 1024

Which port is commonly used for HTTPS web traffic?

• 8080

• 443

• 8443

• 2096