WorksheetsTech+: Chapter 4.1.3 - Authentication Factors
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the process of ensuring that each account is operated only by its proper user called?
Authorization
Authentication
Encryption
Verification
Which of the following is an example of 'Something You Know' authentication?
Facial recognition
Hardware token
Passphrase
Fingerprint recognition
What is a passphrase?
A PIN used for authentication
A longer password comprising multiple words
A type of hardware token
A biometric scan
Which of the following is an example of 'Something You Have' authentication?
Hardware token
Password
PIN
Retina scan
What is the main advantage of biometric authentication?
It does not require any hardware
It uses unique and virtually unchangeable body features
It is easy to lose biometric data
It is inexpensive to set up
What is the purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA)?
To allow single sign-on access
To simplify the login process
To add an extra step to logging in for increased security
To replace passwords entirely
Which of the following is a downside of Single Sign-On (SSO)?
It is difficult to set up
If one account is compromised, all linked accounts are at risk
Users need to remember multiple logins
It does not work with Windows services
Why is multi-factor authentication (MFA) stronger than single-factor authentication?
It uses multiple authentication types, making it harder for hackers to gain access
It eliminates the need for passwords
It relies solely on biometric data
It is faster to log in
Which of the following is an example of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) used for authentication?
Hardware token
Answer to 'What is your favorite movie?'
Fingerprint
Pattern lock
What is a potential issue with biometric authentication?
It is easy to copy biometric features
It can be intrusive and raise privacy concerns
It does not work with Windows Hello
It is less secure than passwords
