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WorksheetsWednesday 10/29/2025
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
What is the purpose of access controls in Cybersecurity
To prevent People From Accessing Information
To allow everyone to access Information
To regulate who or what can view or use resources in a computing environment
None of the above
How does Multi-factor authentication enhance security?
it makes it easier to remember passwords
it requires more than one type of verification to access an account or system
it allows more people to access account
it reduces the need for passwords
What could Happen if access controls are not properly implemented
Nothing it doesn't matter
it can lead to data breaches
it can lead to faster internet
NONE OF THE ABOVE
Multi-factor authentication is...
using one way to verify its you
using at least two ways to verify its you
using no ways to verify if its you
none of the above
encryption is a type of access control that...
makes data readable to everyone
makes data unreadable without the correct key
makes data disappear
none of the above
which of these passwords is a strong password?
123456
password
qwerty
8#Xp1Tm9$
is it safe to share your password with your friend?
no
yes
maybe
idk
Which of these are examples of authentication? (select all that apply)
Password
Asking a question only you know
Fingerprint scanner
Facial recognition
PIN Number
Which of the following is the MOST common form of authentication?
Password
Digital certificate on a smart card
Photo ID
Fingerprint
A process for securing access to a given system that identifies the party requesting access through only one category of credentials.
Single Factor Authentication
Two Factor Authentication
Multifactor Authentication
Enryption
What is authentication?
Any method a computer uses to determine who or what can access it
Any method a computer uses to determine what a verified user can do
The record-keeping and tracking of user activities on a computer network
A user logs into a laptop using a username and complex password. This is an example of:
biometrics
single-factor authentication
least privilege
multifactor authentication
why is it important to have different passwords for different accounts?
it isn't important
it's easier to remember one password
if one account gets hacked the others are still safe
none of the above
what should you do if you forget your password?
try to guess
use the Forgot Password feature
cry and give up
none of the above
what is the risk if a device does not require a password to access it?
no risk
the risk of unauthorized access
the risk of the device catching a virus
none of the above
which of the following is not a type of access control?
password
encryption
multifactor authentication
public announcement system
Why is it not safe to write your passwords on a piece of paper?
because a piece of paper can easily be lost or seen by others
because its fun
could catch fire
none of the above
should you use the same password for all your accounts
Yes, because its easier to remember
No, Because if one account is compromised then all accounts are at risk
yes, its safer
none of the above
what is an example of multi-factor authentication?
using a fingerprint scan and a password to unlock your phone
sharing your password with a friend
writing your password on a piece of paper
none of the above
What should you do if you think someone else knows your password?
Tell all your friends
change your password and notify an adult of the platform where your account is
do nothing
none of the above
What is encryption?
A person who tricks you into giving your password
converting information or data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
To upload your personal data to the cloud
When there is a security breach in your data
What is the purpose of data encryption?
To speed up data transfer
To make data unreadable to unauthorized users
To reduce the amount of data storage needed
To make data easier to read
What is the least secure method of data encryption?
AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman)
DES (Data Encryption Standard)
Quantum encryption
What does data encryption do?
Makes data heavier so it's harder to steal
Converts data into a secret code that only authorized parties can read
Deletes data permanently
Makes data transfer faster
Which encryption method uses a pair of keys, a public key and a private key?
Symmetric-key encryption
Asymmetric-key encryption
Hash function
None of the above
which of these is a common mistake people make when creating passwords?
using personal information like their name or birthday
using different passwords for different accounts
changing their passwords regularly
none of the above
what is authorization in terms of access control?
the process of giving someone permission to do or have something
the process of making someone unauthorized
the process of forgetting your password
none of the above
why is it important to log out of your account when your done using a public computer?
the next person can have access your personal information
fun to log out
you don't have to it'll do it for you
none of the above
Which of the following is a type of access control?
Passwords
Biometrics
Encryption
None of the above
what is the main purpose of access controls in cybersecurity ?
to make the systems easier to move
to restrict access to data or resources to authorized individuals only
to make data freely available to anyone
to slow down system performance
Imagine Aria and David have set up a small office network. What is the primary function of a firewall they installed to protect their network?
To increase internet speed.
To serve as a physical barrier against network intrusion.
To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
To detect and remove viruses and other malware.
What type of attack involves overwhelming network resources with unwanted traffic?
Phishing attack
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack
SQL injection
Man-in-the-middle attack
Why is it important to change the default password on devices such as wireless access points and routers?
To prevent the device from malfunctioning
To ensure the device runs faster
To prevent unauthorized access to the network
To comply with manufacturer warranties
Which of these is a common feature of network security?
Antivirus
Firewall
Phishing filter
Ad blocker
MAC Flooding
Using 3-way handshake, it is possible to check for open ports.
True
False
A threat actor has successfully manipulated a client's DNS cache, causing the client to resolve domain names to incorrect IP addresses controlled by the threat actor. This allows the threat actor to redirect the client's network traffic to malicious websites.
Which type of attack does this scenario represent?
Client cache poisoning
On-Path attack
Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS)
Man in the middle attack
You've been hired as a security consultant for a small business that operates a single, isolated network with no internet connection. Given the isolated nature of the network, which of the following attack vectors should you primarily be concerned about?
Data exfiltration via the internet
DDoS attacks
Insider threats
Phishing attacks
What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network) in terms of network security?
To increase the speed of your internet connection
To monitor all your online activities
To secure your internet connection by encrypting data
To display advertisements based on your browsing history
