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WorksheetsCompTIA CySA+ Flash Cards (ACL-NTP)
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
BC
Business Continuity: Capability of an organization to continue operations during disruptive events.
Business Communication: The process of sharing information between people.
Business Compliance: Adhering to laws and regulations in business operations.
Business Cost: The total expenses incurred in the production of goods or services.
HTTPD
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Daemon: A web server process that handles HTTP requests (e.g. Apache httpd).
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Data: A protocol for transferring data over the internet.
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Device: A hardware component that manages web traffic.
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Domain: A system for organizing web addresses.
BEAST
Browser Exploit Against SSL/TLS: Attack exploiting vulnerabilities in TLS 1.0's CBC mode.
A type of malware that targets web browsers.
A security protocol for encrypting web traffic.
An attack that exploits vulnerabilities in HTTP/2.
MSRPC
Microsoft Remote Procedure Call: Protocol enabling communication between Windows processes across networks.
Multi-Source Remote Procedure Call: A method for data aggregation from multiple sources.
Managed Secure Remote Procedure Call: A secure protocol for remote access.
Microsoft Secure Remote Procedure Call: A protocol for secure file transfers.
GPO
Group Policy Objects: Windows administrative feature used to control system and user configurations.
General Purpose Output: A type of electrical signal used in circuits.
Global Policy Operations: A method for managing global network settings.
Group Performance Optimization: A strategy for enhancing team productivity.
IPS
Intrusion Prevention System: Detects and actively blocks malicious activity in real time.
Intrusion Protection System: Monitors network traffic for suspicious activity.
Internet Protocol Security: Ensures secure communication over the internet.
Intrusion Prevention Software: Analyzes data for potential threats.
ACL
Access Control List: A list specifying which users or systems are granted or denied permissions to a resource.
Access Control Layer: A security measure that encrypts data at rest.
Access Control Logic: A set of rules that determine how data is accessed.
Access Control Level: A classification of user permissions based on their role.
LFI
Local File Inclusion: Web vulnerability allowing attackers to read or execute files on a server.
Local Function Invocation: A method to call functions within a local scope.
Large File Integration: A process of combining large files for storage efficiency.
Link File Interception: A technique used to intercept file links for security testing.
IaaS
Infrastructure as a Service: Cloud service model providing virtualized computing resources.
Integration as a Service: A model for integrating various software applications.
Information as a Service: A model for providing data storage solutions.
Infrastructure as a Software: A model for software deployment in cloud environments.
DAST
Dynamic Application Security Testing: Security testing performed while an application is running to detect vulnerabilities.
Data Analysis and Security Testing: A method for analyzing data security risks.
Dynamic Application Security Tool: A software tool used for static code analysis.
Distributed Application Security Testing: Security testing across multiple applications in a network.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol: Assigns IP addresses and network settings automatically to devices.
Dynamic Host Control Protocol: Manages network traffic flow.
Dynamic Host Configuration Process: A method for manual IP assignment.
Dynamic Hypertext Configuration Protocol: A web-based configuration tool.
NIPS
Network-based Intrusion Prevention System: Detects and blocks malicious network activity.
Network Information Processing System: Analyzes data traffic patterns.
Network Interface Protocol Standard: Governs network communication protocols.
Network Intrusion Prevention Software: Monitors and logs network traffic.
EOF
End-of-File: Indicator marking the termination of a file or data stream.
End-of-File: A type of file format used in programming.
End-of-File: A command used to save a file.
End-of-File: A method for compressing data.
ICMP
Internet Control Message Protocol: Used for diagnostics and network communication control (e.g., ping).
Internet Communication Management Protocol: Used for secure data transmission.
Internet Connection Monitoring Protocol: Used for tracking internet usage.
Internet Control Messaging Protocol: Used for sending emails over the internet.
EDR
Endpoint Detection and Response: Security solution that monitors and responds to threats on endpoint devices.
Electronic Data Recovery: A method for retrieving lost data from storage devices.
Enhanced Data Reporting: A system for improving data analytics and reporting.
Emergency Data Response: A protocol for handling data breaches in real-time.
API
Application Programming Interface: A set of rules enabling software components to communicate with each other.
Automated Programming Interface: A tool for automating software tasks.
Advanced Programming Integration: A method for integrating complex software systems.
Application Performance Indicator: A metric for measuring software efficiency.
What does COBIT stand for?
Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies: Framework for IT governance and management.
Control Objectives for Business and Information Technology: Framework for IT security and compliance.
Control Objectives for Information and Risk Management: Framework for IT operations and strategy.
Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies: Guidelines for IT project management.
CERT
Computer Emergency Response Team: Group responsible for handling cybersecurity incidents and coordinating responses.
Centralized Emergency Response Team: A unit that manages physical emergencies in urban areas.
Cybersecurity Evaluation and Response Team: A team that evaluates software security vulnerabilities.
Community Emergency Response Team: A volunteer group that assists in local disaster response.
BIOS
Basic Input/Output System: Firmware initializing hardware during system startup.
Binary Input/Output System: Software managing data storage.
Basic Internal Operating System: Core software for application execution.
Boot Input/Output System: Hardware interface for booting devices.
NAC
Network Access Control: Restricts device access to networks based on security policy compliance.
Network Access Control: Allows unrestricted access to all devices on a network.
Network Access Control: Monitors network traffic without restrictions.
Network Access Control: Provides unlimited access to guest users.
