Network Vulnerabilities Quiz

What is a common method used by attackers to intercept data transmitted over a network?

• Phishing

• Man-in-the-Middle Attack

• Ransomware

• Social Engineering

What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?

• To steal sensitive information

• To damage hardware

• To install adware

• To improve network speed

Which of the following is a common network configuration issue?

• Strong password policies

• Open ports

• Encrypted data

• Regular software updates

Which of the following is a method to mitigate DDoS attacks?

• Increasing bandwidth

• Using outdated software

• Disabling firewalls

• Ignoring traffic spikes

What is a common characteristic of social engineering attacks?

• Use of malware

• Exploiting human psychology

• Network scanning

• Data encryption

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

• Virus

• Worm

• Firewall

• Trojan

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in network security?

• To increase network speed

• To block unauthorized access

• To store data

• To provide wireless connectivity

Which of the following is a sign of a phishing email?

• Personalised greeting

• Official company logo

• Urgent request for personal information

• Correct grammar and spelling

What is the main difference between a virus and a worm?

• Worms require user action to spread

• Viruses can replicate without user action

• Worms can replicate without user action

• Viruses are not harmful

What is a botnet?

• A network of secure servers

• A collection of infected computers

• A type of firewall

• A secure VPN