Define (DoS) Denial-of-service.

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 protocol for secure communication over a computer network.

A software tool used for network monitoring and analysis.

What is (DDoS) distributed denial-of-service?

A type of cyber attack that aims to make a service unavailable by overwhelming it with traffic.

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

A software tool used to detect and remove malware from a computer.

A protocol for secure communication over a computer network.

VLAN hopping is a network security vulnerability that allows an attacker to:

Access data on a different VLAN without authorization

What is (MAC) Media Access Control Flooding?

A technique used to overload a network switch's MAC address table

A method to enhance network security by filtering MAC addresses

A protocol for wireless communication

A type of malware that targets MAC addresses

Describe (ARP) Address Resolution Protocol poisoning.

ARP poisoning is a type of cyber attack where an attacker sends falsified ARP messages over a local area network.

ARP poisoning is a method used to enhance network security by encrypting ARP messages.

ARP poisoning is a technique for improving network speed by optimizing ARP message routing.

ARP poisoning is a protocol used for secure communication between network devices.

ARP spoofing is a technique used to:

Intercept network traffic by associating the attacker's MAC address with the IP address of another host

Encrypt data for secure transmission

Improve network speed by caching IP addresses

Authenticate users on a network

DNS poisoning is a type of attack that involves what?

Altering DNS records to redirect traffic

Encrypting DNS queries for security

Blocking DNS requests from certain IPs

Key management involves:

storing and organizing cryptographic keys

managing user access to a network

developing software applications

DNS spoofing is a type of cyber attack that involves:

Altering DNS records to redirect traffic

Encrypting DNS queries for security

Blocking DNS requests to prevent access

Monitoring DNS traffic for analysis

What are Rogue devices and services?

Unauthorized devices and services that connect to a network without permission

Devices and services that are officially sanctioned by the network administrator

Devices and services that are used exclusively for gaming purposes

Devices and services that are used for educational purposes

The role of DHCP in network security is to:

Assign IP addresses dynamically to devices on a network, reducing the risk of IP conflicts.

Encrypt data transmitted over the network to prevent unauthorized access.

Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and block potential threats.

Provide a secure channel for remote access to the network.

An On-path attack is a type of cyber attack where an attacker secretly intercepts and relays communications between two parties who believe they are directly communicating with each other.

A type of cyber attack where an attacker intercepts and relays communications.

A method of secure communication between two parties.

A legal way to monitor network traffic.

A technique for improving network speed.

Social engineering is a technique used to:

steal personal information through manipulation

A cyber attack method to steal sensitive information

A method of secure communication

Dumpster diving in network security involves:

Searching through trash to find sensitive information

What is Shoulder surfing?

A technique used to steal someone's personal information by looking over their shoulder.

A method of surfing on the internet using shoulder movements.

A type of surfing sport performed on the shoulders of waves.

A dance move involving shoulder movements.

Explain Tailgating in the context of security.

Tailgating is a method of social engineering where an unauthorized person gains access to a restricted area by following an authorized person.

Tailgating is a technique used in cybersecurity to protect data from unauthorized access.

Tailgating refers to the practice of monitoring network traffic to prevent data breaches.

Tailgating is a method of encrypting sensitive information to ensure privacy.

A type of software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network

A type of software designed to protect computers

A type of hardware used to enhance computer performance

A type of software used for creating documents

Disabling unused ports and services means:

Turning off ports and services that are not in use to enhance security.

Keeping all ports and services active regardless of usage.

Enabling additional ports and services for better performance.

Ignoring unused ports and services.

It is important to change default passwords because:

they are easy to guess and can lead to unauthorized access.

they are difficult to remember.

they are unique to each device.

they improve the speed of the device.

What is (NAC) Network access control?

A security solution to control access to a network

A hardware device for network management

A software application for data analysis

Port security is a feature used to:

Control access to a network by limiting the number of MAC addresses allowed on a port

Encrypt data transmitted over a network

Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity

Provide wireless connectivity to devices

What is 802.1X in network security?

A standard for network access control

A network protocol for secure communication

A wireless communication protocol

MAC filtering is a security access control method that allows or denies network access based on the MAC address of a device. Which of the following best describes MAC filtering?

A method to control access to a network based on the MAC address of a device.

A technique to filter emails based on their content.

A process to enhance the speed of a network by prioritizing certain devices.

A method to encrypt data before transmission over a network.

What are Security rules?

Security rules are guidelines to protect data and resources.

Security rules are a type of software.

Security rules are irrelevant in modern technology.

Security rules are only applicable to physical security.

Explain (ACL) Access control list.

An ACL is a set of rules that control network traffic and limit access to resources.

An ACL is a type of encryption algorithm used to secure data.

An ACL is a protocol for transferring files over the internet.

An ACL is a software application for managing databases.

What is (URL) Uniform Resource Locator filtering?

A method to block access to certain websites based on their URLs

A technique to enhance website loading speed

A process to encrypt URL data for security

A way to categorize websites based on content

Content filtering is a technique used to:

Block or allow access to specific content based on predefined criteria

Enhance the speed of internet connection

Monitor user activity without restrictions

Provide unlimited access to all online content

What are Zones: Trusted vs. untrusted?

Zones are network segments that are either trusted or untrusted based on security policies.

Zones are geographical areas with different time zones.

Zones refer to different climate regions in the world.

Zones are sections of a hard drive used for data storage.

A Screened subnet is a network security architecture that involves:

Multiple firewalls with a DMZ between them

A single firewall protecting the entire network

A network without any firewalls

A network with only internal firewalls

What is a Botnet in the context of network attacks?

A network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge

A type of firewall used to protect against network attacks

A software tool used by network administrators to monitor traffic

A secure network protocol for encrypting data

Explain the MITM attack as shown in the diagram.

A type of attack where the attacker secretly intercepts and relays communications between two parties.

A method of encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access.

A protocol for secure communication over a computer network.

A technique for improving network performance by caching data.

DNS Spoofing is a type of cyber attack. How does it work according to the diagram?

By redirecting traffic to a malicious server

Describe IP Spoofing based on the information provided.

IP Spoofing is a technique used to gain unauthorized access to computers by tricking the system into believing that the messages are coming from a trusted source.

IP Spoofing is a method of encrypting data to ensure secure communication over the internet.

IP Spoofing is a process of compressing data to save bandwidth during transmission.

IP Spoofing is a technique used to improve the speed of data transmission over networks.

DDoS stands for Distributed Denial of Service. How is it depicted in the diagram?

Multiple computers attacking a server

A single computer attacking a server

A server attacking multiple computers

A single computer defending against an attack

What are Rootkits and how do they function as per the diagram?

Rootkits are software tools that allow unauthorized access to a computer system.

Rootkits are hardware devices used to enhance computer performance.

Rootkits are antivirus programs designed to protect against malware.

Rootkits are network protocols used for secure communication.

What are technology-based attacks in cybersecurity?

Phishing, malware, and ransomware

Social engineering and insider threats

Physical theft and natural disasters

Regulatory compliance and audits

Network attacks can be prevented by:

Using strong passwords and firewalls

Explain the concept of rogue devices and services in cybersecurity.

Rogue devices and services are unauthorized and potentially harmful devices or services connected to a network.

Rogue devices and services are authorized and secure devices connected to a network.

Rogue devices and services are devices that enhance network security.

Rogue devices and services are devices that are always visible and easily detectable.

Password attacks can be mitigated by:

Using strong, unique passwords and enabling two-factor authentication

Sharing passwords with trusted friends

Writing passwords on a sticky note

Using the same password for all accounts

Malware threats and their impact on cybersecurity can be described as:

A type of software that disrupts, damages, or gains unauthorized access to a computer system.

A type of software designed to protect systems from cyber attacks.

A method of encrypting data to secure it from unauthorized access.

A legal framework for managing digital rights and copyrights.

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