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What is the primary function of antivirus software?
What is the primary function of antivirus software?
A Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is meant to facilitate unrestricted access to a company's LAN.
A Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is meant to facilitate unrestricted access to a company's LAN.
False
What are access control tools used for in a network?
What are access control tools used for in a network?
To implement restrictions to resources in a network
Firewalls help execute _______ policies for communication in the network.
Firewalls help execute _______ policies for communication in the network.
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Match the following security concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following security concepts with their descriptions:
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What is the primary purpose of Computer Network Defence (CND)?
What is the primary purpose of Computer Network Defence (CND)?
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Confidentiality guarantees that unauthorized users can never access sensitive data.
Confidentiality guarantees that unauthorized users can never access sensitive data.
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What are the five principles of Information Assurance (IA)?
What are the five principles of Information Assurance (IA)?
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______ ensures that no data can be edited or deleted without proper authorization.
______ ensures that no data can be edited or deleted without proper authorization.
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Match the following CND elements with their descriptions:
Match the following CND elements with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Anti-Virus Software
- Antivirus applications dissolve malware including worms, viruses, spyware, and adware, protecting systems from corruption and data loss.
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
- A DMZ safeguards a company's local area network (LAN) from untrusted networks and controls outside traffic.
Access Control Tools
- These tools impose restrictions on network resources to prevent unauthorized access and hinder Man In The Middle attacks.
Firewalls
- Firewalls execute security policies for network communication and filter out unwanted traffic to maintain security.
Computer Network Defense (CND)
- CND focuses on identifying, analyzing, detecting, and protecting network resources from unauthorized activity and threats.
Information Assurance (IA)
- IA principles guide responses to threats, assessing the need for action based on the security situation.
Principles of Information Assurance (A.C.I.N.A)
- Availability: Ensures sensitive data is accessible when needed.
- Confidentiality: Limits access to authorized users, requiring authentication for sensitive information.
- Integrity: Prevents unauthorized alterations or deletions of data.
- Non-Repudiation: Guarantees the legitimacy of digital signatures to confirm authenticity.
- Authentication: Verifies a user's identity by comparing entered credentials with existing data.
CND Elements
- Tools and techniques used to enhance network security, ensuring comprehensive protection.
Physical Security
- Protects against physical threats such as fire, theft, and vandalism, securing tangible assets like network devices and computers.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential principles of Computer Network Defence (CND) and the role of Information Assurance in network security. Participants will learn about identifying, analyzing, and protecting network resources from unwanted activities and threats. Test your knowledge on how to enforce these principles effectively.
