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Cybersecurity Quiz

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following best defines a network vulnerability?

a)

A physical lock protecting a server

b)

A weakness in hardware, software, or process that can be exploited

c)

A software license agreement

d)

An internet protocol address

2.

Which act governs data privacy in South Africa?

a)

Cybercrimes Act

b)

Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act

c)

National Security Act

d)

Privacy Protection Bill

3.

The main goal of a firewall is to:

a)

Store backup data

b)

Prevent unauthorized network access

c)

Encrypt passwords

d)

Manage web applications

4.

Which element of the CIA triad ensures that only authorized users can access data?

a)

Integrity

b)

Availability

c)

Confidentiality

d)

Encryption

5.

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

a)

Trojan horse

b)

Worm

c)

Firewall

d)

Virus

6.

A DDoS attack aims to:

a)

Encrypt files

b)

Gain administrator access

c)

Steal data using phishing

d)

Deny service to users by overwhelming a network

7.

The main purpose of a security policy is to:

a)

List computer hardware

b)

Define security rules and user responsibilities

c)

Control website content

d)

Prevent software installation

8.

Which biometric method analyses typing speed and patterns?

a)

Retina scanning

b)

Behavioural biometrics

c)

Fingerprint scanning

d)

Facial recognition

9.

A VPN is primarily used to:

a)

Increase network speed

b)

Replace a firewall

c)

Filter web content

d)

Provide secure remote access

10.

IDS stands for:

a)

Intrusion Detection System

b)

Internet Defence System

c)

Internal Data Security

d)

Information Detection Software

11.

What is the main objective of network risk management?

a)

To remove all risks

b)

To identify, assess, and mitigate vulnerabilities

c)

To collect user data

d)

To improve physical design only

12.

Which of the following is part of physical security?

a)

Firewalls

b)

Access control systems

c)

VPN

d)

Encryption

13.

Which of these policies outlines specific rules for a topic like remote access?

a)

System-specific policy

b)

Issue-specific policy

c)

Program policy

d)

General security guideline

14.

In cybersecurity, the principle of “least privilege” refers to:

a)

Giving users maximum access

b)

Denying all access

c)

Allowing users only the access they need

d)

Enabling public access

15.

Encryption primarily protects:

a)

Data confidentiality

b)

Data availability

c)

User interface design

d)

Server performance

16.

Physical security focuses only on cybersecurity.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

17.

Web content filtering helps reduce malware infections.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

18.

Encryption makes stolen data unreadable without the correct key.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

19.

A firewall allows unrestricted traffic across the network.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

20.

POPIA enforces data confidentiality and privacy.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

21.

IDS actively blocks attacks automatically.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

22.

A network attack is always passive.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

23.

Data backup ensures business continuity after a breach.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

24.

Strong passwords are an example of access control.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

25.

Governance has no link to cybersecurity legislation.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

26.

Which of the following are components of the CIA Triad?

a)

Confidentiality

b)

Identity

c)

Integrity

d)

Availability

27.

Which of the following are types of network security policies defined by NIST?

a)

Issue-specific policy

b)

Program policy

c)

Device-access policy

d)

System-specific policy

28.

Which of the following are examples of physical security controls?

a)

Biometric locks

b)

CCTV monitoring

c)

Encryption software

d)

Firewalls

29.

Which best practices should a firewall administrator implement?

a)

Use least-privilege rules

b)

Update firmware regularly

c)

Disable logging

d)

Restrict admin access

30.

Which of the following help protect data through encryption and backup?

a)

Encrypt data at rest and in transit

b)

Schedule regular automated backups

c)

Store backups on the same system

d)

Keep encryption keys secure

31.

Which of the following can help detect a ransomware attack early?

a)

IDS alerts

b)

Network monitoring tools

c)

Unpatched systems

d)

Employee awareness

32.

Which of the following are examples of user password responsibilities in a security policy?

a)

Change passwords every 60–90 days

b)

Share passwords with trusted coworkers

c)

Use at least 8 characters including symbols

d)

Enable MFA (multi-factor authentication)

33.

Which of the following are causes of repeated login failures?

a)

Brute-force attacks

b)

Weak passwords

c)

MFA enforcement

d)

Credential reuse

34.

Which actions should a network administrator take after detecting a brute-force attempt?

a)

Implement account lockout policy

b)

Block malicious IPs

c)

Disable logging

d)

Review system logs and reset credentials

35.

Which of the following are long-term strategies to prevent cyberattacks?

a)

Regular awareness training

b)

Automated backups

c)

Zero-trust access model

d)

Ignoring system updates

36.

A phishing email can directly install ransomware.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

37.

Network monitoring tools are unnecessary for small organizations.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

38.

Lack of employee training can lead to security breaches.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

39.

Incident response plans should be updated annually.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

40.

Data backups are ineffective against ransomware.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

41.

IDS tools only work after an attack is completed.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

42.

Firewalls can completely prevent phishing.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

43.

Implementing MFA reduces the impact of credential theft.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

44.

A zero-trust model assumes no user or device is trusted by default.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

45.

Outdated software has no impact on network defense.

a)

FALSE

b)

TRUE