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What does CIA stand for in cybersecurity?
What does CIA stand for in cybersecurity?
What is the primary goal of a DDoS attack?
What is the primary goal of a DDoS attack?
What is an example of symmetric encryption?
What is an example of symmetric encryption?
What does the term 'phishing' refer to in cybersecurity?
What does the term 'phishing' refer to in cybersecurity?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for password security?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for password security?
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What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?
What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?
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What is the primary purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?
What is the primary purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?
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What is a zero-day vulnerability?
What is a zero-day vulnerability?
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What does VPN stand for in the context of cybersecurity?
What does VPN stand for in the context of cybersecurity?
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What is the primary function of antivirus software?
What is the primary function of antivirus software?
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What is the main objective of penetration testing?
What is the main objective of penetration testing?
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What is the main purpose of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
What is the main purpose of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
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Study Notes
Core Concepts in Cybersecurity
- CIA stands for Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability in cybersecurity.
- Spamming is not a common type of cyber attack.
Types of Cyber Attacks
- Phishing involves sending fraudulent emails to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.
- A DDoS attack aims to crash a network or server.
Encryption and Authentication
- AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is an example of symmetric encryption.
- Biometric authentication methods include fingerprint scans.
- PIN is not a biometric authentication method.
Network Security
- A firewall's primary purpose is to monitor network traffic and block unauthorized access.
- VPN stands for Virtual Private Network in the context of cybersecurity.
Vulnerabilities and Threats
- A zero-day vulnerability is a previously unknown or unpatched vulnerability.
- Pharming involves harvesting sensitive information by tricking users into visiting fraudulent websites.
Security Measures
- Antivirus software detects and removes malware from computer systems.
- The primary goal of penetration testing is to identify and fix security weaknesses in a system.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) authenticates users through multiple means, such as passwords and biometrics.
Web Security
- The "https://" protocol signifies a secure connection, indicating SSL/TLS encryption is in use.
Password Security
- Recommended practices for password security include using complex and unique passwords, changing passwords regularly, and using a password manager.
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Test your knowledge of the foundation of cybersecurity with this quiz, covering topics such as CIA triad, types of cyber attacks, and DDoS attacks. Evaluate your understanding of the core principles of cybersecurity and identify areas for improvement.
