Applied College Shaqra: Recognizing Hacking Tools

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What is the main difference between Black Hat Hackers and White Hat Hackers?

Black Hat Hackers break into systems for personal gain, while White Hat Hackers do it with permission and good intentions. (correct)

Black Hat Hackers ensure network safety, while White Hat Hackers perform threat assessment.

Black Hat Hackers are ethical professionals, while White Hat Hackers write malware.

Black Hat Hackers do surveillance on systems, while White Hat Hackers steal financial information.

What is a common task performed by Black Hat Hackers?

Steal financial information (correct)

Ensure network safety

Report network vulnerabilities to owners

Perform threat assessment

How do Grey Hat Hackers differ from Black Hat and White Hat Hackers?

Grey Hat Hackers hack systems with permission and good intentions.

Grey Hat Hackers perform threat assessment on networks.

Grey Hat Hackers earn money by fixing network vulnerabilities.

Grey Hat Hackers check for vulnerabilities without permission but report findings for money. (correct)

What is a common activity of White Hat Hackers?

Ensuring the safety of network systems Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hacker is responsible for stealing financial information?

Black Hat Hacker Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary motivation behind Black Hat Hacking?

Personal or financial gain Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Grey Hat Hackers from other types of hackers?

They check for vulnerabilities without permission but report findings for money Signup and view all the answers

Which category of hackers ensures the safety of network systems?

White Hat Hacker Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of Grey Hat Hackers?

They hack into systems without permission for financial rewards Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes White Hat Hackers from Black Hat Hackers?

White Hat Hackers steal information, Black Hat Hackers ensure network safety. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target network Scanning = Identifying open ports and services on a network System Hacking Techniques = Exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access Security Attack Prevention = Implementing measures to protect against security breaches Signup and view all the answers

Match the following security concepts with their descriptions:

Malware Attacks = Injections of malicious code into systems White Hat Hackers = Ethical hackers who test systems for vulnerabilities Black Hat Hackers = Malicious hackers who exploit systems for personal gain Grey Hat Hackers = Hackers who may act both ethically and unethically Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with the appropriate responses:

Is it all doom and gloom? = Yes, for now. Will it get worse before it gets better? = Probably. Will vendors integrate better security practices? = Hopefully. Are consumers willing to pay more for secure code? = Not currently. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions with the appropriate outcomes:

Integration of security into software design = Reduction of successful attacks Proper training for programmers in secure coding = Enhanced software security Increased testing cycles for products = Improved resilience against hacking attempts Failure to address security concerns in software development = Higher vulnerability to cyber attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following challenges with their corresponding solutions:

Software vendors focusing on functionality over security = Need to balance both aspects effectively Lack of liability for faulty code from vendors = Implementing stricter regulations and accountability measures Consumers not prioritizing secure coding practices = Raising awareness on the importance of cybersecurity Rise in sophistication of cyber attacks as revenue streams = Continuous improvement in defensive strategies Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hacking tools with their primary purpose:

Nmap = Network scanning Metasploit = Exploiting vulnerabilities Wireshark = Packet sniffing John the Ripper = Password cracking Signup and view all the answers

Match the following system hacking techniques with their descriptions:

Phishing = Tricking users into revealing sensitive information Social Engineering = Manipulating people to gain access to systems Brute Force Attack = Trying all possible combinations to guess a password SQL Injection = Injecting malicious SQL code to access databases Signup and view all the answers

Match the following security attack prevention measures with their descriptions:

Firewalls = Filtering network traffic to prevent unauthorized access Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) = Monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity Access Control Lists (ACL) = Restricting network access based on rules Security Patches = Fixing vulnerabilities in software to prevent exploitation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following malware attacks with their characteristics:

Ransomware = Encrypts files and demands payment for decryption Trojan Horse = Disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users Spyware = Secretly monitors user activity and collects information Botnet = Network of infected computers controlled by a central server Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phases of hacking with their actions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about the target system Scanning = Probing the target system for open ports and vulnerabilities Enumeration = Extracting valuable information from the target system Covering Tracks = Removing evidence of unauthorized access Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their definitions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target system Scanning = Probing a target system for open ports and vulnerabilities System hacking techniques = Exploiting weaknesses in a system to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Taking measures to protect systems from potential attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their descriptions:

Footprinting = Identifying potential entry points in a system for attackers Scanning = Identifying active hosts and services in a network System hacking techniques = Using various methods to compromise a system's security Malware attacks = Infecting systems with malicious software to steal data or disrupt operations Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their actions:

Footprinting = Passively gathering information about a target without direct interaction Scanning = Actively probing a system to identify vulnerabilities Security attack prevention = Implementing firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems Malware attacks = Deploying malicious software to exploit system weaknesses Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their importance in cybersecurity:

Footprinting = First step in the hacking process to gather intelligence System hacking techniques = Involves exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Critical for safeguarding systems from potential threats Malware attacks = Pose significant risks to data security and system integrity Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their role in network security:

Scanning = Identifying weak points in a network that can be exploited System hacking techniques = Utilizing known vulnerabilities to breach network defenses Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to mitigate risks and protect networks Malware attacks = Posing threats to network infrastructure by compromising devices Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target system or network Scanning = Identifying open ports and services on a target system System hacking techniques = Exploiting vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to protect systems from cyber attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following actions with their descriptions:

Gathering information about a target system or network = Footprinting Identifying open ports and services on a target system = Scanning Exploiting vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access = System hacking techniques Implementing measures to protect systems from cyber attacks = Security attack prevention Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their actions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target system or network Scanning = Identifying open ports and services on a target system System hacking techniques = Exploiting vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to protect systems from cyber attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following activities with their objectives:

Gathering information about a target system or network = Footprinting Identifying open ports and services on a target system = Scanning Exploiting vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access = System hacking techniques Implementing measures to protect systems from cyber attacks = Security attack prevention Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their roles:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target system or network Scanning = Identifying open ports and services on a target system System hacking techniques = Exploiting vulnerabilities in software to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to protect systems from cyber attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following topics with their corresponding total contact hours:

Basics of the ethical hacking = 4 hours Footprinting and scanning = 16 hours Techniques for system hacking = 16 hours Malware and their attacks and detect and prevent them = 4 hours Signup and view all the answers

Match the following assessment activities with their respective percentage of total assessment score:

Midterm 1 = 15% Quizzes = 10% Participation labs = 10% Final written Examination = 40% Signup and view all the answers

Match the following topics with the main objective(s) they contribute to:

Footprinting and scanning = Basics of the ethical hacking Techniques for system hacking = Detect and prevent the security attacks in different environments Malware and their attacks and detect and prevent them = Signature of different attacks and prevent them Detect and prevent the security attacks in different environments = Total Contact Hours Signup and view all the answers

Match the following topics with their corresponding number of review hours:

Basics of the ethical hacking = 4 hours Footprinting and scanning = 16 hours Techniques for system hacking = 16 hours Malware and their attacks and detect and prevent them = 4 hours Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to network security with their definitions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target network Scanning = Exploring a network to identify open ports and services System hacking techniques = Methods used to compromise and gain unauthorized access to systems Security attack prevention = Measures taken to safeguard systems from malicious attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following security concepts with their descriptions:

Malware attacks = Malicious software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to systems Footprinting = The process of collecting information about computer systems for the purpose of breaching their security Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to protect computer systems from security breaches and unauthorized access Scanning = Using tools to probe a network and gather information about its structure and vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following system hacking techniques with their descriptions:

Malware attacks = Using malicious software to compromise system integrity or steal data Footprinting = Gathering detailed information about a target system without directly interacting with it Scanning = Systematically probing a network to discover vulnerabilities that can be exploited for unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Implementing countermeasures to defend against hacking attempts and unauthorized intrusions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following malware attacks with their characteristics:

Trojan horse = Disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it Ransomware = Encrypts files and demands payment for decryption Spyware = Secretly monitors user activity and collects sensitive information Rootkit = Gains unauthorized access by exploiting system vulnerabilities and concealing its presence Signup and view all the answers

Match the following challenges with their corresponding solutions:

Unauthorized access to systems = Implementing strong authentication mechanisms like multi-factor authentication Data breach prevention = Encrypting sensitive data both in transit and at rest Malware protection = Regularly updating antivirus software and conducting system scans Network vulnerability management = Performing regular security audits and patching known vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following network security techniques with their descriptions:

Footprinting = Gathering information about a target network Scanning = Identifying open ports and services on a target system System hacking techniques = Exploiting vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access Security attack prevention = Implementing measures to protect against cyber attacks Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to malicious software with their definitions:

Malware attacks = Intentional deployment of harmful software Spyware = Software that collects information without user consent Trojan horse = Malicious program disguised as legitimate software Ransomware = Software that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption Signup and view all the answers

Match the following security awareness scenarios with their possible outcomes:

Lack of awareness on social engineering attacks = Employees unknowingly providing information to attackers Implementing security best practices = Reducing the risk of successful cyber attacks False sense of security due to limited knowledge = Increased vulnerability to sophisticated attacks Recognizing potential threats = Enhanced ability to protect company assets Signup and view all the answers

Match the following hacker types with their characteristics:

Black Hat Hackers = Engage in malicious activities for personal gain or harm White Hat Hackers = Ethical hackers who identify system vulnerabilities for improvement Grey Hat Hackers = May act legally or illegally based on intentions and outcomes Script Kiddies = Inexperienced hackers who use pre-made tools without deep understanding Signup and view all the answers

Match the following security measures with their purposes:

Firewall configuration to review packet fragments = Preventing dangerous payloads from entering the network Educating employees on social engineering risks = Reducing the likelihood of internal information leaks Implementing network monitoring tools = Detecting and responding to suspicious network activities Regular software patching and updates = Closing known vulnerabilities to prevent system breaches Signup and view all the answers