Question 1

In Cybersecurity terminology,an exploit is defined as ________:
A)A weakness that threatens the confidentiality,integrity,or availability of data.
B)Something or someone that can damage,disrupt,or destroy an asset.
C)Estimated cost,loss,or damage that can result from an exploit.
D)Tools or techniques that take advantage of a vulnerability.

Accepted Answer

An exploit is a tool or technique that takes advantage of a vulnerability in a system, network, or application. It is used by attackers to gain unauthorized access, steal sensitive data, or cause disruption to a target system. Exploits are often sold on underground markets or exchanged among cybercriminal groups.

Question 2

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is ________,or the avoidance of unauthorized disclosure of information or data.
A)Integrity
B)Confidentiality
C)Availability
D)Reliability

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality refers to the protection of information from unauthorized access or disclosure. IT professionals work to maintain confidentiality by implementing access controls and ensuring that sensitive data is encrypted and stored securely.

Question 3

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is _________,or the property that data is accessible and modifiable when needed by those authorized to do so.
A)Integrity
B)Confidentiality
C)Availability
D)Reliability

Accepted Answer

Availability refers to the property of data being accessible whenever needed by authorized individuals. Integrity refers to the property of data being accurate and unaltered while confidentiality refers to the property of data being kept secret from unauthorized individuals. Reliability refers to the consistency and dependability of a system.

Question 4

The objectives of cybersecurity are to accomplish each of the following except _________.
A)Make data and documents available and accessible 24/7 while simultaneously restricting access.
B)Promote secure and legal sharing of information among authorized persons and partners.
C)Ensure compliance with supply chain business partners.
D)Detect,diagnose,and respond to incidents and attacks in real time.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

In Cybersecurity terminology,a threat is defined as ________.
A)A weakness that threatens the confidentiality,integrity,or availability of data.
B)Something or someone that can damage,disrupt,or destroy an asset.
C)Estimated cost,loss,or damage that can result from an exploit.
D)Tools or techniques that take compromise a network.

Accepted Answer

In cybersecurity terminology, a threat refers to something or someone that has the potential to damage, disrupt or destroy an asset. This can include various types of attacks, such as malware, phishing, and denial-of-service attacks. Threats can come from internal or external sources, and they can be intentional or unintentional.

Question 6

The preferred method of hackers who want to steal trade secrets and other confidential information from business organizations is ___________.
A)To bribe employees to get access codes and passwords.
B)To bombard websites or networks with so much traffic that they "crash",exposing sensitive data.
C)To break into employees' mobile devices and leapfrog into employers' networks-stealing secrets without a trace.
D)Use a combination of sophisticated hardware tools designed to defeat IT security defenses.

Accepted Answer

Breaking into employees' mobile devices is a common tactic for hackers to gain access to confidential information. This method allows hackers to bypass IT security defenses and steal secrets without leaving a trace. Bribing employees or using sophisticated hardware tools may also be effective, but breaking into mobile devices is a simpler and more direct approach. Bombarding websites or networks with traffic may cause them to crash, but it is unlikely to lead to access to confidential information.

Question 7

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is ____________,or the property that data or files have not been altered in an unauthorized way.
A)Integrity
B)Confidentiality
C)Availability
D)Reliability

Accepted Answer

Integrity refers to the property of data or files being unaltered in an unauthorized way. Confidentiality refers to the protection of sensitive information from unauthorized access, while availability refers to ensuring that data or resources are accessible to authorized users. Reliability refers to the consistent performance of a system or device.

Question 8

Government and corporate officials concerned about security threats do not bring their own cell phones or laptops when traveling overseas.Instead,they bring loaner devices and follow strict security procedures including not connecting to their domestic network while out of the country.These procedures are referred to as _________.
A)Black Ops procedures
B)Do-Not-Carry rules
C)Foreign Threat Prevention procedures
D)Strict Security standards

Accepted Answer

These procedures are known as Do-Not-Carry rules, which are designed to minimize the risk of sensitive information being compromised while traveling overseas.

Question 9

In Cybersecurity terminology,a vulnerability is defined as ________:
A)A weakness that threatens the confidentiality,integrity,or availability of data.
B)Something or someone that can damage,disrupt,or destroy an asset.
C)Estimated cost,loss,or damage that can result from an exploit.
D)Tools or techniques that take compromise a network.

Accepted Answer

A vulnerability is a weakness or flaw in a system, device, or application that can be exploited by attackers to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of data. It can be a configuration error, a software bug, a design flaw, or a human error. Vulnerabilities can be varied and can impact different aspects of the security of a system.

Question 10

When sending sensitive email,James uses a program that transforms data into unreadable text to protect it from being understood by unauthorized users.James is using ________ to protect his email communications.
A)Authentication
B)Defense-in-depth
C)Encryption
D)Hashing

Accepted Answer

Encryption is the process of converting plain text into ciphertext to protect it from unauthorized access. It ensures the confidentiality of the message by making it unreadable without a decryption key.

Question 11

In cybersecurity terms,the function of a password together with a username is to __________ a user's identity to verify that the person has the right to access a computer or network.
A)Record
B)Authenticate
C)Substantiate
D)Validate

Accepted Answer

The function of a password and username is to authenticate a user's identity, meaning to confirm that they are who they claim to be and have the right to access the computer or network. The other answer choices are somewhat related but not as directly applicable to the function of a password and username.

Question 12

Access to top secret or highly secure networks associated with Homeland Security or national defense use authentication methods based on a biological feature,such as a fingerprint or retinal scan to identify a person.These methods are called _____________.
A)Bio-Engineering
B)Physical security
C)Biometrics
D)Human factors

Accepted Answer

The authentication methods based on a biological feature, such as a fingerprint or retinal scan, are referred to as biometrics. A is incorrect, as bio-engineering is not directly related to authentication methods for secure networks. B is too broad, as physical security involves a wide range of measures, not just biometrics. D is also incorrect, as human factors refer to the study of how humans interact with technology, and not authentication methods specifically.

Question 13

LulzSec and Anonymous are examples of ________ that have claimed responsibility for high profile attacks designed to make a political statement,embarrass an organization or government,or to gain publicity.
A)Hacktivists
B)Hostile government agents
C)Industrial spies
D)Cyber terrorists

Accepted Answer

LulzSec and Anonymous are well-known hacktivist groups that engage in hacking activities with political motives, such as protesting against government policies, exposing corporate or government corruption and surveillance, and promoting freedom of information. Their actions are typically non-violent, and they aim to create awareness and generate public support for their causes through online protests and disruptions. While their methods may be controversial and illegal, they are not classified as cyber terrorists or industrial spies, as their primary goal is not to cause physical harm or financial gain, but rather to achieve social and political change through digital activism.

Question 14

Organizations in the _________ industries are more heavily regulated than most and are required to implement stringent measures to protect data.
A)Banking and finance,entertainment and technology
B)Technology,banking and finance,and education
C)Energy,health care,and banking and finance
D)Healthcare,technology and defense

Accepted Answer

These industries are more heavily regulated due to the sensitive information they handle, such as personal and financial data. They are required to implement stringent measures to protect data, such as encryption, access controls, and regular audits to ensure compliance with regulations. The other industries listed may also have regulations in place, but they are not typically as stringent or extensive as those in the industries listed in choice C.

Question 15

Most organizations use software or hardware devices to control access to their private networks from the Internet by analyzing incoming and outgoing data packets.These devices are called ___________.
A)Antimalware
B)Firewalls
C)Intrusion detection systems
D)Middleware

Accepted Answer

Firewalls are specifically designed to control access to private networks by analyzing incoming and outgoing data packets. Antimalware and intrusion detection systems are used for different purposes (detecting and preventing malware and identifying security breaches respectively). Middleware is a term used to describe software that helps connect different applications and services.

Question 16

U.S.cybersecurity experts and government officials are increasingly concerned about breaches from __________ into corporate networks,either through mobile devices or by other means.
A)Domestic terrorists
B)Amateur hackers
C)Organized crime syndicates based in the United States
D)Other countries

Accepted Answer

U.S. cybersecurity experts and government officials have expressed growing concern about breaches from other countries, especially from state-sponsored hackers. These hackers can target corporate networks through various means, including mobile devices. Amateur hackers and domestic terrorists may pose some threat, but they are generally not as sophisticated as state-sponsored hackers. While organized crime syndicates based in the United States can be a threat, they are usually more focused on traditional crimes such as drug trafficking, money laundering, and extortion.

Question 17

The three key cybersecurity principles are:
A)Data protection,equipment protection,reputation protection
B)Confidentiality,integrity,availability
C)Anticipate,defend,counter-attack
D)Identify,assess risk,take action

Accepted Answer

The three key cybersecurity principles are confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Confidentiality is the protection of sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or use. Integrity refers to maintaining the accuracy and consistency of data throughout its life cycle. Availability ensures that data and systems are accessible to authorized users when needed.

Question 18

In Cybersecurity terminology,a risk is defined as ________:
A)A weakness that threatens the confidentiality,integrity,or availability of data.
B)Something or someone that can damage,disrupt,or destroy an asset.
C)Estimated cost,loss,or damage that can result from an exploit.
D)The probability of a threat exploiting a vulnerability.

Accepted Answer

A risk in cybersecurity terminology is defined as the probability of a threat exploiting a vulnerability. The other options are related to components of risk but do not provide a comprehensive definition of risk itself.

Question 19

The ability of an IS to continue to operate when a failure occurs,but usually for a limited time or at a reduced level is referred to as __________.
A)Fault tolerance
B)Hot site ready
C)Cold site ready
D)System override

Accepted Answer

Fault tolerance refers to the ability of an information system to continue operating at a reduced level or for a limited time when a failure occurs. This can be achieved through redundancy and backup systems. Hot site readiness and cold site readiness refer to disaster recovery strategies, while system override refers to the ability to bypass or override certain system controls.

Question 20

Chris is a network manager for a large company.She receives daily updates about various malware and then assesses how to best protect her organization's network from attack.In cybersecurity terminology,she is involved in __________.
A)Identifying exposure
B)Risk management
C)A security audit
D)Encryption defenses

Accepted Answer

Chris is involved in assessing and managing the risk of malware attacks on her company's network, which is an important aspect of risk management in cybersecurity. Identifying exposure, conducting a security audit, and implementing encryption defenses may all be components of a larger risk management strategy, but they are not as directly related to the daily assessment and mitigation of specific malware threats.

Quiz 5: Cybersecurity and Risk Management

In Cybersecurity terminology,an exploit is defined as ________:

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is ________,or the avoidance of unauthorized disclosure of information or data.

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is _________,or the property that data is accessible and modifiable when needed by those authorized to do so.

The objectives of cybersecurity are to accomplish each of the following except _________.

In Cybersecurity terminology,a threat is defined as ________.

The preferred method of hackers who want to steal trade secrets and other confidential information from business organizations is ___________.

IT professionals work hard to protect key characteristics of an asset from security breaches.One of these characteristics is ____________,or the property that data or files have not been altered in an unauthorized way.

In Cybersecurity terminology,a vulnerability is defined as ________:

When sending sensitive email,James uses a program that transforms data into unreadable text to protect it from being understood by unauthorized users.James is using ________ to protect his email communications.

In cybersecurity terms,the function of a password together with a username is to __________ a user's identity to verify that the person has the right to access a computer or network.

Access to top secret or highly secure networks associated with Homeland Security or national defense use authentication methods based on a biological feature,such as a fingerprint or retinal scan to identify a person.These methods are called _____________.

LulzSec and Anonymous are examples of ________ that have claimed responsibility for high profile attacks designed to make a political statement,embarrass an organization or government,or to gain publicity.

Organizations in the _________ industries are more heavily regulated than most and are required to implement stringent measures to protect data.

Most organizations use software or hardware devices to control access to their private networks from the Internet by analyzing incoming and outgoing data packets.These devices are called ___________.

U.S.cybersecurity experts and government officials are increasingly concerned about breaches from __________ into corporate networks,either through mobile devices or by other means.

The three key cybersecurity principles are:

In Cybersecurity terminology,a risk is defined as ________:

The ability of an IS to continue to operate when a failure occurs,but usually for a limited time or at a reduced level is referred to as __________.

Chris is a network manager for a large company.She receives daily updates about various malware and then assesses how to best protect her organization's network from attack.In cybersecurity terminology,she is involved in __________.