CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Revision Test 1

Is it correct to say that a risk guarantees a system will be breached?

• True

• False

What does 'internal or external' describe in cybersecurity terms?

• Where files are stored in the system

• The level of access a threat actor has

• The amount of internet bandwidth

What happens during a service disruption attack?

• Secure login fails due to expired credentials

• Valuable data is copied without permission

• A system overheats due to overuse

• Malware is removed during backup

The attack surface includes all points a hacker might try to exploit.

• True

• False

A(n) _____ vector refers to an attack requiring remote access over a network.

• Internal

• Wireless

• Remote network

• Local script

Which of these is an example of a lure-based vector?

• Spreadsheet macros

• Command shell

• Image file containing malware

• Keyboard shortcut

Social engineering can involve tricking someone into helping the attacker.

• True

• False

What type of phishing uses SMS to fool users?

• Emailing

• Vishing

• Texting

• Smishing

What’s it called when an attacker registers a site name close to a real one?

• Typing attack

• Spoofing

• Domain squatting

• Typosquatting

A watering hole attack is just a false rumour with no intent to deceive.

• True

• False