IT security
here will be questions about IT security, good luck
1. Which of the following is an example of a strong password?
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123456
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password
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P@ssw0rd!2024
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qwertyuiop
2. What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?
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to make it easier for users to log in
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To make it more difficult for hackers to gain access to an account
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To reduce the number of passwords users need to remember
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To allow users to share their passwords securely
3. What is the most common way for hackers to gain access to a computer or network?
A) Brute Force Attack
B) Social Engineering
C) Denial of Service Attack
D) SQL Injection Attack
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Brute Force Attack
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Social Engineering
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Denial of Service Attack
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SQL Injection Attack
4. Which of the following is an example of phishing?
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A hacker sends an email with a link to a fake website that looks like a legitimate site
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A hacker sends an email with a malicious attachment
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A user accidentally downloads malware from a website
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A hacker gains access through an unsecured Wi-Fi network
5. What does VPN stand for?
A) Virtual Public Network
B) Virtual Private Network
C) Verified Private Network
D) Virtual Protected Network
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Virtual Public Network
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Virtual Private Network
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Verified Private Network
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Virtual Protected Network
6. Which type of attack involves tricking users into revealing sensitive information by posing as a legitimate entity?
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Phishing
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Brute Force
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Man-in-the-Middle
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SQL Injection
7. What is the purpose of antivirus software?
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To enhance system performance
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To protect against malware and viruses
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To increase internet speed
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To manage user accounts
8. What is social engineering in the context of cybersecurity?
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None of the above
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An engineering principle for software development
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Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information
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The use of social media for marketing purposes
9. Which of the following is a common sign of malware infection?
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Frequent pop-up ads
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All applications running smoothly
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Improved system performance
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Increased internet speed
10. What is the purpose of user access management in IT security?
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Managing physical access to data centers
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Establishing secure connections between networks
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Scanning for malware and viruses
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Managing user access to resources based on their authorization level
11. What is the term used to describe a deliberate attack on a system or network that aims to exploit vulnerabilities?
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Data breach
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Denial-of-service attack
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Phishing attack
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Cyber attack
12. What is the term for a piece of code that exploits a specific vulnerability in software?
A. Exploit
B. Virus
C. Worm
D. Trojan
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Worm
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Trojan
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Virus
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Exploit
13. What is the primary goal of IT security?
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Preventing unauthorized access and safeguarding data
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Maximizing system availability for all users
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Ensuring fast and efficient network performance
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Protecting computer systems from physical damage
14. What does the term “patching” refer to in cybersecurity?
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Auditing network traffic for security breaches
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Training employees to recognize and respond to cybersecurity threats
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Updating software to address known vulnerabilities and improve security
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Protecting physical assets in a data center
15. What does SSL stand for?
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Simple Security Layer
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Secure Socket Layer
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Secure Server Login
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System Security Level
16. What does the term “firewall” refer to in IT security?
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Protecting physical assets in a data center
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Monitoring network traffic for anomalies
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Controlling network traffic and preventing unauthorized access
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Managing user access to resources based on their authorization level
17. What is the purpose of a data loss prevention (DLP) system?
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Encrypting data during transmission
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Managing user access to resources
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Scanning for malware and viruses
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Monitoring and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data
18. What is the term used to describe a deliberate attack on a system or network that aims to exploit vulnerabilities?
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Cyber attack
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Phishing attack
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Denial-of-service attack
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Data breach
19. What does "DDoS" stand for?
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Distributed Denial of Service
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Direct Denial of Service
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Data Distribution of Service
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Digital Domain of Service
20. What is the primary goal of penetration testing?
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To identify vulnerabilities in systems before malicious actors can exploit them
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To create backups of critical data
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To monitor network traffic for suspicious activity
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To develop new software applications
21. Which type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software but performs malicious actions?
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Adware
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Ransomware
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Trojan
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Spyware
22. What is the main purpose of hashing algorithms like SHA-256?
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C. To compress data
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B. To verify the integrity of data
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D. To generate random numbers
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A. To encrypt data
23. What is the primary function of a proxy server?
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To perform penetration tests
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To act as an intermediary between clients and other servers
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To store backup copies of data
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. To encrypt all network traffic
24. What is the difference between a worm and a virus?
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There is no significant difference between the two.
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A worm is less harmful than a virus.
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A worm is slower than a virus.
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A worm replicates itself without attaching to another program; a virus needs to attach to a host file.
25. What is the name of the protocol used to secure email communications?
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