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WorksheetsICT1 | FINALS QUIZ#1
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is the primary goal of information security?
To increase internet speed
To ensure the safety and privacy of critical data
To block all advertisements
To manage employee schedules
The three core tenets of information security are:
Speed, Access, and Storage
Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability
Encryption, Authentication, and Authorization
Prevention, Detection, and Reaction
Which information security tenet ensures that only authorized users can view information?
Integrity
Availability
Confidentiality
Authentication
A system that prevents data from being changed maliciously or accidentally is upholding which tenet?
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability
Redundancy
Malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands payment for decryption is known as:
A Virus
Spyware
Ransomware
A Trojan Horse
What type of attack uses deceptive emails to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information?
Denial-of-Service (DoS)
Phishing
SQL Injection
Zero-day Exploit
Social engineering techniques exploit which of the following?
Network bandwidth limitations
Human psychology and manipulation
Software coding errors
Firewall configurations
A Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack primarily compromises which tenet of information security?
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability
Accountability
An attack where a malicious actor secretly intercepts and relays communication between two parties is a:
Phishing attack
Man-in-the-Middle attack
SQL Injection attack
Insider threat
Which of the following threats involves exploiting a vulnerability that is unknown to the software vendor?
Insider Threat
Zero-day Exploit
Natural Disaster
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
What is a recommended best practice for password management?
Use the same password for all accounts
Use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols
Share passwords with trusted colleagues
Use personal information like pet names
The process of verifying a user's identity is known as:
Encryption
Authorization
Authentication
Integrity Checking
Which authentication method uses unique physical characteristics like fingerprints or facial features?
Password-Based
Token-Based
Biometric
Knowledge-Based
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enhances security by:
Using longer passwords
Combining two or more authentication factors
Encrypting all data on a device
Automatically logging users out after inactivity
What is a key benefit of using a password manager?
It makes passwords easier to remember by simplifying them.
It generates and securely stores strong, unique passwords.
It automatically shares passwords across a team.
It eliminates the need for any form of authentication.
A security model that operates on the principle of 'never trust, always verify' is called:
Firewall Architecture
Zero-trust Architecture
Open Trust Model
Biometric Authentication
What is the process of converting plain text into unintelligible ciphertext called?
Authentication
Hashing
Encoding
Encryption
Symmetric encryption:
Uses a pair of public and private keys.
Is generally slower than asymmetric encryption.
Uses a single key for both encryption and decryption.
Is primarily used for digital signatures.
Which symmetric encryption algorithm is considered the gold standard and widely adopted by governments?
DES (Data Encryption Standard)
RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman)
AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
DSA (Digital Signature Algorithm)
Asymmetric encryption is ideal for:
Encrypting large amounts of data very quickly.
Secure communication over public networks.
Replacing all forms of authentication.
Storing passwords in a database.
When browsing the web, how can you identify a secure, encrypted connection to a website?
The website has a lot of images.
The URL begins with 'https://' and has a padlock icon.
The website asks for login credentials.
The website loads very quickly.
What is a primary security risk of using public Wi-Fi?
It is always slower than private Wi-Fi.
It can be unsecured, allowing others to monitor your traffic.
It prevents access to cloud services.
It automatically installs antivirus software.
To protect your privacy and security on public Wi-Fi, it is recommended to use a:
Password Manager
VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Ad-Blocker
Biometric Scanner
Which of the following is a key principle of secure browsing?
Clicking on links in emails from unknown senders to investigate.
Keeping your browser and operating system updated.
Using public Wi-Fi for all online banking.
Disabling your firewall for faster browsing.
Why is it important to keep your software updated?
Updates always add new and exciting features.
Updates can patch security vulnerabilities.
Updates reduce the storage space required.
Updates prevent the computer from overheating.
What should you be cautious of to protect yourself from phishing attacks?
Strong, unique passwords
Suspicious emails, links, and pop-ups
Using a VPN
Multi-Factor Authentication
A reliable antivirus program primarily helps protect your device from:
Hardware failure
Malware
Slow internet speeds
Power outages
Which of the following is a best practice for online privacy?
Share personal information freely on social media.
Use easy-to-remember security questions like your mother's maiden name.
Regularly review and adjust privacy settings on your accounts.
Use the same username for all online platforms.
What does enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) do?
It creates a backup of your data.
It adds an extra layer of security to your accounts.
It encrypts your entire hard drive.
It makes your internet connection faster.
To protect against data loss from hardware failure or ransomware, you should:
Use a secure browser.
Regularly back up your important data.
Install an ad-blocker.
Use a password manager.
