WorksheetsAAA Framework Quiz
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 15mins
A user logs into a new online gaming platform with a username and a strong password. Which core component of the AAA framework is being executed when the system confirms that the user is who they claim to be?
Auditing
Availability
After successfully logging into a network, a student is allowed to read and print documents in the 'Shared Assignments' folder but is blocked from accessing the 'Teacher Records' folder. Which component of the AAA framework is controlling this level of access?
Auditing
Availability
An administrator successfully deletes a user account. The system logs the administrator's username, the time of the deletion, and the specific account that was removed. Which component of the AAA framework is responsible for tracking and logging this activity?
Auditing
Accessibility
Which of the following describes Type 1 Authentication Factors?
Something you know
Something you have
Something you are
Somewhere you are
Something you eat
Which of the following describes Type 2 Authentication Factors?
Something you know
Something you have
Something you are
Somewhere you are
Something you eat
Which of the following would be classified as a Type 1 authentication credential?
Biometrics is a term that describes
Something you know
Something you are
Something you have
Something you wear
Something you see
Which is an example of biometrics?
PIN
Smart Phone
Smart Card
Password
Which is a valid 2FA combination?
Password + Date of Birth
Password + PIN
Fingerprint Scan + Facial Recognition
Which of the following is considered a primary benefit of implementing MFA?
What is the main security purpose of high password complexity?
To make passwords harder to crack.
Which is NOT a requirement of password complexity?
Should be at least 8 characters in length
Should include at least one special character.
Should contain both uppercase and lowercase letters.
Should contain at least 1 number.
Should contain words that can be found in the dictionary
Why would an administrator restrict password lifespan and password reuse as part of an effective password policy?
To simplify user experience by allowing easy password changes anytime the user desires.
To prevent users from cycling through set of potentially compromised passwords.
What does IAM stand for as it relates to the AAA framework?
Individual Availability Management
ID Authorization Mode
Integrity and Accessibility Management
Investigation Auditing and Monitoring
Jill attempts to login to to employee desktop. She fails the first two times but she is successful the third time. All three attempts were recorded as a log entry. Recording what the user does while they are on the system is which part of the AAA framework?
Availability
Which statements are true about 2FA and MFA? (Choose 2)
2FA is a form of MFA
MFA requires more than two authentication factors
MFA requires at least two authentication factors
Username + Password is 2FA
MFA is a form of 2FA
A security team is investigating a potential insider threat and needs to prove which specific employee deleted critical files from the server. They carefully review data logs looking for the necessary evidence to identify the correct employee (non-repudiation). This is an example of ________________
Authorization
Authentication
Auditing
Access Management
Availability Controls
A strong password policy should typically avoid which of the following practices?
Prohibiting the use of common dictionary words or personal information (e.g., birthdate).
Requiring a minimum password length of 12 or more characters.
Requiring a mix of at least three character types (upper/lower case, numbers, symbols).
Requiring passwords to be displayed in clear text on the screen during the login process.
Requiring the user to change their password periodically.
Which answer choice is a correct example of Three-Factor Authentication?
A password, a one-time code from a token, and a retinal scan.
A password, a PIN, and a six-digit code from a mobile app.
Two different passwords and a security question.
A PIN, a security question, and a secret phrase.
Facial Recognition, Fingerprint Scan, and voice recognition
Which of these passwords is considered the most complex?
A1b@cD3!# gK
letmeinNOW
qwerty456
abcdEfgHI
passw0rd123
Why is it important to have a different password for each of your online accounts?
It makes it easier to remember your passwords
If one account gets compromised, the others remain secure
It is not important; one strong password is enough for all accounts
To comply with online regulations
So you can separate tasks by different passwords.
Which answer choice is NOT a Type 2 credential in the AAA framework?
Fingerprint Scan
OTP app
Security Token
ID badge with magnetic strip
Match the term to the correct function in Cybersecurity.
Identify users, grant them permissions, and track their activity
AAA Framework
Implementing multiple layers of security.
Defense in Depth
Protecting data from unauthorized access, modification, or inaccessibility
CIA Triad
Reducing the attack surface of the network
Hardening
Giving users only the permissions they need to do their jobs
Principle of Least privilege
Authentication usually happens before authorization.
True
False
Which answers are part of the AAA framework? (Choose 3)
Authentication
Authorization
Accounting
Availability
Administration
RADIUS is used to provide the AAA framework for which type of users?
New Users
