Question 1

A skilled hacker who engages in hacks with malicious outcomes may be commonly referred to as what type of hacker?&#10;A) black hat&#10;B) white hat&#10;C) gray hat&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

A skilled hacker who engages in hacks with malicious outcomes is commonly referred to as a black hat hacker.

Question 2

What term referrs to a hacker who operates with no connection to a military or government organization?&#10;A) non-nation-state actor&#10;B) state-sponsored actor&#10;C) hactivist&#10;D) cyberterrorist

Accepted Answer

A non-nation-state actor refers to a hacker who operates independently and without any affiliation to a military or government organization. They may work alone, or as part of a group, including criminal organizations or hacktivist groups. This term is often used in the context of cybersecurity and international relations.

Question 3

What hacker was arrested in the 1990s who later became a computer security expert?&#10;A) Eric Bloodaxe&#10;B) Kevin Mitnick&#10;C) John Draper&#10;D) Ivanov

Accepted Answer

Kevin Mitnick was arrested in the 1990s for computer hacking and later became a computer security consultant and speaker. Eric Bloodaxe was a hacker, but he was not arrested in the 1990s and did not become a computer security expert. John Draper, also known as "Captain Crunch," was a phone phreaker in the 1970s and 80s, but was not arrested in the 90s for hacking. Ivanov is not a known hacker.

Question 4

Which of the following US federal agencies investigate hacking cases that appear to involve espionage, nation-states, and counterintelligence?&#10;A) Customs and Border Patrol&#10;B) US Secret Service&#10;C) US Postal Inspector Service&#10;D) Federal Bureau of Investigation

Accepted Answer

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is responsible for investigating cases involving hacking that appear to involve espionage, nation-states, and counterintelligence. Customs and Border Patrol, US Secret Service, and US Postal Inspector Service do not have the same jurisdiction or responsibilities as the FBI in this area.

Question 5

Which UK hacking law was created due to the Schifreen and Gold case of 1984?&#10;A) Computer Misuse Act&#10;B) Computer Fraud and Abuse Act&#10;C) Copyright Act&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The Schifreen and Gold case of 1984 involved two hackers who gained unauthorized access to the Prestel Viewdata system. This high-profile case led to the creation of the Computer Misuse Act in 1990, which makes it illegal to access or modify computer systems without proper authorization.

Question 6

What is the term used to describe flaws in computer hardware or software that hackers exploit to affect system operations?&#10;A) exploit&#10;B) error&#10;C) vulnerability&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Vulnerabilities are weaknesses or flaws in computer hardware or software that can be exploited by hackers to gain unauthorized access or affect system operations. Exploits are the specific techniques or code used to take advantage of vulnerabilities. Errors are unintentional mistakes or bugs in software that can cause problems but may not necessarily be exploitable by hackers. Therefore, the correct term used to describe flaws that hackers exploit to affect system operations is vulnerability.

Question 7

What is the name for physical locations operated by hackers to share knowledge about computers, digital devices, locks, and physical security?&#10;A) hacker spaces&#10;B) BBS&#10;C) cons&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Hacker spaces (also called hackspaces or makerspaces) are physical locations where hackers, hobbyists, and technology enthusiasts come together to share knowledge and resources. These spaces often focus on topics such as computer programming, electronics, 3D printing, and physical security. They provide a collaborative environment for individuals to work on individual or group projects and gain hands-on experience with technology.

Question 8

What is the term used to describe an individual who is new to the hacker scene who wants to gain more skill?&#10;A) script kiddie&#10;B) noob&#10;C) elite&#10;D) gray hat

Accepted Answer

"Noob" is a slang term used to describe someone who is new to a particular activity or community and lacks experience or skill. While "script kiddie" is also a term used for someone who is new and lacks skill, it generally has a negative connotation as it refers to someone who uses pre-written scripts or tools without understanding how they work. "Elite" refers to experienced and skilled hackers, and "gray hat" refers to someone who is between a white hat (ethical hacker) and a black hat (malicious hacker) in terms of their actions and motives.

Deck 2: Computer Hackers and Hacking