Deck 5: Data Security

Question 1

Spyware gathers personal information, without the victim's knowledge.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Software failure can be caused by a(n) worm , which is a flaw in the program code or design.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

In Safe Mode, you can use the Control Panel to uninstall recently added programs or hardware.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A security suite might include detecting intrusions into your wireless network.

Question 5

Security experts use the term mixed threat to describe malware that combines more than one type of malicious program.

Question 6

Spam is email generated by marketing firms using e-mail addresses from mailing lists, membership applications, and Web sites.

Question 7

A person who controls many computers infested with intelligent agents is called a(n) botmaster .

Question 8

A recovery disk contains a complete copy of your computer's hard drive, including your data files and software you installed.

Question 9

A Trojan is designed to replicate itself and spread to other computers.

Question 10

A(n) password usually can be entered using a numeric keypad.

Question 11

Crackers , like the kind shown in the accompanying figure, are messages containing information about the user sent from a Web server to a browser and stored on the user's hard drive.

Question 12

A virus spreads by itself from one computer to another.

Question 13

A Remote Access Trojan allows hackers to transmit files to victims' computers, search for data, run programs, and use a victim's computer as a relay station for breaking into other computers.

Question 14

A(n) differential backup makes a backup of the files that were added or changed since the last backup.

Question 15

Hackers can spread worms over file-sharing networks and instant messaging links.

Question 16

If a pop-up ad for a security suite opens on your computer, you should click on it to install the software.

Question 17

Operator error refers to a mistake made by a computer user or programmer.

Question 18

Cyberterrorism uses viruses and worms to destroy data and disrupt computer-related operations such as power grids and telecommunication systems.

Question 19

One advantage of using a network server for backup is that you do not need to be connected to the network server in order to backup or retrieve your files.

Question 20

Even a brief interruption in power can force your computer to lose all data in ROM.

Question 21

All of the following are good tips for creating secure passwords EXCEPT ____.

A) use a password of at least eight characters
B) use uppercase and lowercase letters
C) do not use public information, such as your phone number
D) use a common word, but spell it backwards

Question 22

A power ____ is a complete loss of power to the computer system.

A) failure
B) spike
C) surge
D) outage

Question 23

A keylogger is a(n) ____.

A) password generation program
B) program that secretly records keystrokes and sends the information to a hacker
C) encryption method
D) type of worm

Question 24

Viruses that deliver their payloads in response to a system event are referred to as ____ bombs.

A) logic
B) time
C) boot sector
D) black hat

Question 25

A key characteristic of a(n) ____ is the ability to lurk in a computer for days or months, quietly copying itself.

A) worm
B) bug
C) virus
D) Trojan horse

Question 26

If you encounter the blue screen of death, ____.

A) the computer no longer can accept commands
B) the operating system has a critical error
C) you might need to contact a technical support person
D) All of the above.

Question 27

A(n) ____ is a computer that carries out instructions without the knowledge of the computer owner.

A) zombie
B) bot
C) botmaster
D) RAT

Question 28

STOP is ____.

A) a plate with a unique ID number
B) a type of encryption
C) an anti-cyberterrorism group
D) a virus protection software program

Question 29

The objective of ____ management is to help reduce downtime, and maintain the best working conditions.

A) network
B) risk
C) security
D) threat

Question 30

A ____ is a program that seems to perform one function while actually doing something else.

A) worm
B) bug
C) virus
D) Trojan horse

Question 31

____ spikes can damage sensitive computer parts.

A) Risk
B) RAT
C) Voltage
D) WPA2

Question 32

A ____ is a self-copying program that spreads by itself from one computer to another.

A) worm
B) bug
C) virus
D) Trojan horse

Question 33

____ are rules that limit access to directories and files.

A) Encryption protocols
B) Passwords
C) User rights
D) Authentication protocols

Question 34

The accompanying figure shows an example of a ____.

A) UPS
B) surge strip
C) ventilation system
D) boot disk

Question 35

All of the following are other terms for user IDs EXCEPT ____.

A) username
B) password
C) online nickname
D) screen name

Question 36

Black hats and crackers are ____.

A) types of viruses
B) people who LANjack
C) virus protection software programs
D) names for people who create malware

Question 37

A(n) ____ is software that can automate a task or autonomously execute a task when commanded to do so.

A) zombie
B) intelligent agent
C) botmaster
D) RAT

Question 38

The item in the accompanying figure is used to protect your computer from ____.

A) viruses
B) hackers
C) power problems
D) thieves

Question 39

____ viruses infect the system files your computer uses every time it powers up.

A) Logic
B) Payload
C) Boot sector
D) Black hat

Question 40

During startup, if your computer's screen remains blank or an error message appears, you may have a ____.

A) network problem
B) bug
C) software problem
D) hardware problem

Question 41

A virus ____ is a section of program code that can be used to identify a known malicious program.

A) flag
B) signature
C) definition
D) scan

Question 42

The application in the accompanying figure is an example of a program that protects against ____.

A) spyware
B) viruses
C) phishing
D) pharming

Question 43

Jordanna recently lost a lot of data when a virus attacked her computer system. She is coming up with a backup plan to minimize future data loss. Jordanna uses her Windows installation CD as a ____, because it contains the operating system files needed to boot her computer without accessing the hard drive.

A) boot disk
B) recovery CD
C) restore point
D) backup disk

Question 44

A(n) ____ is software or hardware designed to filter out suspicious data attempting to enter or leave a computer.

A) firewall
B) security suite
C) antivirus program
D) antispyware program

Question 45

Internet service providers use e-mail ____ techniques to verify that e-mail messages originate from the Internet domain from which they claim to have been sent.

A) firewall
B) authentication
C) concatenation
D) recovery

Question 46

A ____ is the basis for encrypting and decrypting the data transmitted between wireless devices.

A) wireless network key
B) password
C) PIN
D) port key

Question 47

A(n) ____ contains your computer settings and is used if you experience a hard drive problem.

A) boot disk
B) restore point
C) differential backup
D) incremental backup

Question 48

Kyle is training a new employee named Mira on how to set up measures to protect the computers and systems in their company. Kyle tells his co-worker Mira that ____ is the most secure password for her to choose.

A) Mira1980
B) drowssapMira
C) 9785550101
D) Fl0wErch1ld

Question 49

A good  ____ can be used to scan the Web to assemble data for search engines.

A) zombie
B) spyware program
C) bot
D) RAT

Question 50

The application shown in the accompanying figure is an example of a(n) ____.

A) firewall
B) Trojan horse
C) encryption program
D) security suite

Question 51

The information that antivirus software uses to identify and remove malware is referred to as a virus ____.

A) flag
B) signature
C) definition
D) scan

Question 52

A ____ attack is when hackers intercept information sent out over networks.

A) phishing
B) pharming
C) sniffing
D) spamming

Question 53

Port scanning software can examine more than ____ computers per minute.

A) 300
B) 3000
C) 30,000
D) 300,000

Question 54

Kyle is training a new employee named Mira on how to set up measures to protect the computers and systems in their company. Kyle tells his co-worker Mira that to avoid malware, she should avoid all of the following EXCEPT ____.

A) clicking pop-up ads
B) getting software from unknown sources
C) hiding file extensions
D) opening email attachments

Question 55

____ can encrypt data based on the user's password and implements message integrity checking.

A) WEP
B) WPA
C) Security Suites
D) All of the above.

Question 56

____ is the practice of intercepting signals with a Wi-Fi enabled notebook.

A) LANjacking
B) War driving
C) Keylogging
D) Both A and B.

Question 57

____ is an email or IM-based scam designed to persuade you to reveal confidential information.

A) Sniffing
B) Spamming
C) Pharming
D) Phishing

Question 58

Jordanna recently lost a lot of data when a virus attacked her computer system. She is coming up with a backup plan to minimize future data loss. Jordanna knows that a ____ is a bootable disk that contains a complete copy of your computer's hard drive as it existed when shipped from the manufacturer.

A) boot disk
B) recovery CD
C) restore point
D) backup disk

Question 59

Kyle is training a new employee named Mira on how to set up measures to protect the computers and systems in their company. Kyle tells his co-worker Mira that which of the following is NOT true about cookies?

A) Clicking a banner ad can create a cookie that tracks your activities.
B) To avoid risks associated with cookies, you should block them all.
C) Privacy advocates worry that shopper profiles can be sold and used for unauthorized purposes.
D) Several companies offer an opt-out cookie option.

Question 60

In Safe Mode, you can use all of the following EXCEPT ____.

A) mouse
B) printer
C) screen
D) keyboard

Question 62

A(n) ____________________ probe is the use of automated software to locate computers that are vulnerable to unauthorized access.

Question 63

One of the biggest security threats to your computer is the result of malicious code, called ____________________.

Question 64

A(n) ____________________ spreads when a person distributes an infected file.

Question 65

Provide 10 tips for keeping your computer system in good working condition.

Question 66

____________________ management is the process of identifying potential threats, avoiding as many threats as possible, and developing steps to fix whatever went wrong.

Question 67

An email with a dire warning about a new virus is usually a virus ____________________.

Question 68

Technology like the kind shown in the accompanying figure is an example of a ____________________ identification system.

Question 69

What is malware? List and describe four things that malware can do to your computer.

Question 70

What are five tips for preventing computer theft?

Question 71

A(n) ____________________ strip is an appliance designed to protect electrical devices from power problems but that does not contain a battery to keep the computer running.