FDM QUIZ FINAL

What is a network attack?

• Authorized actions on digital assets

• Unauthorized actions on digital assets within an organizational network

• Legal modifications to network systems

• Routine maintenance of network perimeters

Passive network attacks involve:

• Modifying or encrypting data

• Stealing data without making alterations

• Destroying network hardware

• Sending spam emails

Active network attacks may include:

• Monitoring network traffic silently

• Encrypting or damaging data

• Only observing user behavior

• Installing harmless adware

Malware is:

• Software designed to improve system performance

• Software designed to damage target systems

• A type of firewall

• A hardware component

Keyloggers are primarily used to:

• Improve typing speed

• Steal login credentials and personal information

• Encrypt files

• Block network traffic

Trojans are named after:

• A type of virus

• The 'Trojan Horse' from ancient Greek history

• A famous hacker

• A programming language

Ransomware typically demands:

• A thank-you note

• Payment in standard or cryptocurrency

• User feedback

• System reboots

Adware is considered relatively harmless but can:

• Encrypt all files

• Drain system resources and indicate insecure systems

• Destroy hardware

• Spread viruses

Spyware is dangerous because it:

• Shows pop-up ads

• Gathers information while hiding from anti-malware scanners

• Encrypts data immediately

• Formats the hard drive

Logic bombs trigger when:

• The system is turned off

• A specific time or target is met

• The user logs in

• The internet connection is lost