Cyber Security Basics Quiz
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What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

  • Preventing data theft and unauthorized access
  • Protecting computer networks from unauthorized access
  • Safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information (correct)
  • Securing individual devices from malware and viruses

    • Which practice helps in ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information?

  • Securing individual devices from malware
  • Installing a firewall
  • Monitoring and filtering network traffic
  • Implementing encryption and access controls (correct)

    • What does endpoint security primarily focus on?

  • Securing individual devices from malware and other threats (correct)
  • Preventing data theft and unauthorized access
  • Safeguarding the confidentiality of information
  • Protecting computer networks from unauthorized access

    • Which component of cybersecurity involves techniques like firewalls and intrusion detection systems?

    <p>Network Security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of information security?

    <p>Ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

    <p>To safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of cybersecurity involves implementing encryption and access controls?

    <p>Information Security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of endpoint security in cybersecurity?

    <p>To secure individual devices from malware and other threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology is commonly used in network security to filter incoming and outgoing network traffic?

    <p>Firewalls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does information security aim to ensure regarding sensitive data?

    <p>It ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Cybersecurity only involves protecting computer systems from unauthorized access and data theft.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Network security includes protecting computer networks from malware and viruses.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Endpoint security focuses on safeguarding individual devices from unauthorized access and data breaches.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Information security involves implementing encryption, access controls, and data protection measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Cybersecurity encompasses a wide range of technologies, processes, and practices aimed at safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in the digital world.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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