Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

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To control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To store passwords securely

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To analyze malware behavior

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To encrypt sensitive data

Question 2

What is the process of converting plaintext into ciphertext called?

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Encryption

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Encoding

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Decryption

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Hashing

Question 3

Which of the following is a common type of cyber attack that involves overwhelming a system with traffic?

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Denial of Service (DoS)

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Phishing

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Ransomware

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Man-in-the-Middle

Question 4

What is phishing primarily used for in cybersecurity?

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To trick individuals into providing sensitive information

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To analyze network vulnerabilities

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To secure data against breaches

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To improve system performance

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of using multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

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To enhance security by requiring multiple forms of verification

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To speed up the login process

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To reduce password complexity

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To create backup access codes

Question 6

Which of the following best describes malware?

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Malicious software designed to infiltrate and damage computers

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Programs that provide antivirus protection

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Tools used for data recovery

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Software that enhances system performance

Question 7

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a strong password?

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It contains a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

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It is exactly eight characters long

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It is the same as the username

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It is a common word

Question 8

What does the term 'social engineering' refer to in the context of cybersecurity?

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Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information

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Hardware improvements for security

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Developing encryption algorithms

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Programming grassroots software

Question 9

What is the role of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) in cybersecurity?

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To create a secure, encrypted connection over a less secure network

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To access the dark web safely

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To improve internet speed

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To back up data remotely

Question 10

What is the main function of antivirus software?

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To detect, prevent, and remove malware

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To manage network traffic

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To speed up system performance

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To create backups of data

Question 11

What is the primary role of a cyber security expert?

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To protect systems and networks from cyber threats

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To design marketing strategies

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To create software applications

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To manage corporate finances

Question 12

Which of the following is a common method used by cyber security experts to assess the security of a system?

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Penetration testing

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Graphic design

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Content creation

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Data entry

Question 13

Which of the following tools is primarily used by cyber security experts to monitor network traffic for suspicious activity?

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Intrusion Detection System (IDS)

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Spreadsheet Software

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Web Browser

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Word Processor

Question 14

What does the acronym 'VPN' stand for in the context of cyber security?

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Virtual Private Network

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Virtual Public Network

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Vulnerability Protection Node

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Variable Protected Network

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of encryption in cyber security?

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To protect data by converting it into a secure format

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To increase internet speed

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To enhance web page design

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To back up system files

Question 16

Which of the following is a popular framework used to establish and maintain an organization's information security management system?

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ISO 27001

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HTML 5

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SQL Server

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CSS 3

Question 17

What type of attack involves overwhelming a system with traffic to render it unavailable?

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Denial of Service (DoS)

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Phishing

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Man-in-the-Middle

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Spear Phishing

Question 18

Which of the following best describes 'phishing' in the context of cyber security?

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A method used to trick individuals into providing sensitive information

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A type of malware that damages files

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A technique for optimizing website performance

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A process of securing a computer network

Question 19

What is the purpose of a firewall in cyber security?

Accepted Answer

To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To store backup data securely

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To increase the speed of data transmission

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To create user accounts and permissions

Question 20

What type of cyber attack involves overwhelming a system with traffic to render it unavailable?

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Denial of Service (DoS) attack

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Ransomware attack

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Phishing attack

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Man-in-the-middle attack

Question 21

What is the primary goal of a phishing attack?

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To steal sensitive information

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To spy on network traffic

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To install malware

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To disrupt services

Question 22

Which of the following best describes ransomware?

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Malware that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption

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A type of phishing email

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A protocol for secure communication

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A method of collecting user data

Question 23

What does the term 'SQL injection' refer to in cyber security?

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A code injection technique that allows attackers to execute malicious SQL queries

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A type of denial of service attack

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A technique to optimize queries

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A method for securing databases

Question 24

What is a common characteristic of a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack?

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Interception and alteration of communications between two parties

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Destruction of data on a target system

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Unauthorized access to a system without detection

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Sending spam emails to a large number of users

Question 25

What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

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To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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To perform regular system updates

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To back up data automatically

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To encrypt sensitive files

Question 26

Which type of cyber attack is characterized by gaining unauthorized access to a system to steal or alter data?

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Data breach

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Social engineering

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Denial of Service attack

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Malware infection

Question 27

What does the acronym 'VPN' stand for in the context of cyber security?

Accepted Answer

Virtual Private Network

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Virtual Protected Network

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Variable Personal Network

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Virtual Public Network

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of using multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

Accepted Answer

To enhance security by requiring multiple forms of verification

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To simplify password management

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To speed up the login process

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To create stronger passwords

Question 29

Which attack involves tricking individuals into revealing confidential information by masquerading as a trustworthy entity?

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Phishing

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Brute force attack

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Spoofing

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Keylogging

Question 30

What is the main purpose of implementing security controls?

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To protect an organization's information assets

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To enhance employee productivity

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To increase website traffic

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To decrease operational costs

Question 31

Which of the following is considered a physical security control?

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Security cameras

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Firewalls

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Antivirus software

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Encryption

Question 32

What type of control is a password policy classified as?

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Administrative control

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Physical control

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Deterrent control

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Technical control

Question 33

Which security control is primarily focused on protecting data during transmission?

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Encryption

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Security awareness training

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Firewall

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Access control

Question 34

What is the purpose of an intrusion detection system (IDS)?

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To monitor network traffic for suspicious activity

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To store backup data

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To manage user access rights

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To provide encryption for sensitive information

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of a technical control?

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Firewall

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Security policy

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Employee training

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Access control list

Question 36

What does the principle of least privilege entail?

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Users should have the minimum level of access necessary

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Privileges should be assigned randomly

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All users should have administrator access

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Users should be given maximum privileges

Question 37

What is a key benefit of implementing security awareness training for employees?

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To reduce the likelihood of human error leading to security breaches

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To increase system performance

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To enhance the company’s marketing strategy

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To comply with software licensing

Question 38

Which of the following methods is an effective way to secure sensitive data at rest?

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Data encryption

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Regular backups

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Security patches

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Access control lists

Question 39

What type of backup strategy allows for the quickest recovery of data?

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Full backup

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Differential backup

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Mirror backup

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Incremental backup

Question 40

What does NIST stand for in the context of cybersecurity frameworks?

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National Institute of Standards and Technology

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Network Information Security Technology

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National Information Security Team

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New Internet Security Taskforce

Question 41

What is the primary purpose of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)?

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To provide a policy framework for managing cybersecurity risk

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To define a programming language for security software

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To develop hardware standards for security devices

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To create a certification program for cybersecurity professionals

Question 42

Which of the following is a key component of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)?

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Continuous Monitoring

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Predictive Analysis

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Incident Response Training

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Static Evaluation

Question 43

Which of the following steps is NOT part of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)?

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Design

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Identify

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Respond

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Protect

Question 44

What is the purpose of the NIST Special Publication 800-53?

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To provide security and privacy controls for federal information systems

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To outline hardware performance benchmarks

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To define cybersecurity training requirements

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To recommend web development standards

Question 45

Which NIST framework helps organizations align their cybersecurity practices with business requirements?

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The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)

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The NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

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The NIST Special Publication 800-171

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The NIST Information Security Standards

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