Endpoint Security Quiz

What is the primary purpose of Endpoint Security?

• To monitor network traffic only

• To enhance physical security measures

• To protect endpoints from security threats

• To allow unrestricted access to all network resources

Which of the following is an example of an endpoint device?

• Switch

• Firewall

• Router

• Smartphone

What does the term 'CIA' in information security stand for?

• Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

• Control, Integrity, Accessibility

• Compliance, Integrity, Accountability

• Confidentiality, Intelligence, Availability

What is a common risk of not implementing Endpoint Security?

• Enhanced data integrity

• Improved user productivity

• Unauthorized access to endpoints

• Increased network speed

Which of the following is a method to improve Endpoint Security?

• Disabling all security software

• Practicing least-privilege access

• Allowing unrestricted access to all users

• Ignoring software updates

What is an Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)?

• A physical security measure

• A software solution for securing endpoints

• A type of hardware firewall

• A network monitoring tool

Which of the following threats involves intercepting communications between two parties?

• Ransomware

• Man-in-the-Middle

• Phishing

• Trojan Horse

What is the first step in securing endpoint devices?

• Disabling unused services

• Cataloging and assessing vulnerabilities

• Implementing a firewall

• Installing antivirus software

What does hardening endpoints involve?

• Installing unnecessary applications

• Patch management and OS protections

• Disabling all security features

• Allowing all users administrative access

Which of the following is NOT a type of security threat?

• Packet Sniffing

• Social Engineering

• Encryption

• Denial of Service