Midterm Examination on Information Systems

Which method secures data stored on a local hard disk from unauthorized access?

• Two factor authentication

• Encryption

• Deletion of files

• Duplication of the disk

What mode should you use on a shared computer to keep browsing history private?

• Use WPA2 encryption

• Operate browser in private/incognito mode

• Reboot computer after browser

• Download files to recycle bin

Which technology prevents spyware from monitoring activities and showing unwanted pop ups?

• Firewall

• Password manager

• Two factor authentication

• Antispyware

What should you do to prevent Bluetooth attacks when not in use?

• Use a VPN with Bluetooth

• Keep Bluetooth disabled

• Only connect to known SSIDs

• Restrict to mobile to mobile connections

What is the best solution if you struggle to remember multiple account passwords?

• Write passwords down and hide them

• Create one strong password for all accounts

• Save passwords in a centralized password manager

• Share with a technician or admin

You're on public Wi Fi and worry someone might intercept your traffic. Which is best?

• Use WPA2 encryption

• Disable Bluetooth

• Connect via VPN service

• Create unique passwords

Your cloud storage login automatically grants access to a third party printing service. What enabled this?

• Shared unencrypted network

• Shared password reuse

• OAuth2 / approved cloud app integration

• Intercepted credentials by malware

You must protect IoT devices on your home network. What's most effective?

• Use default SSID

• Connect IoT devices on an isolated network

• Ensure devices never use Internet

• Use unencrypted wireless

Your device handles sensitive data but falls offline-how do you secure it from local unauthorized access?

• Increase browser privacy settings

• Enable firewall

• Set up password protection on device or folders

• Install antivirus

On your home Wi Fi router, which configuration is not enough for secure wireless protection?

• Changing default SSID and admin password

• Enabling WPA2 encryption

• Preventing SSID broadcast only

• Enabling general wireless security