Cybersecurity Policies Quiz

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What is the main purpose of a Firewall Policy in a cybersecurity context?

  • To detect and block network attacks (correct)
  • To protect a system's resources from applications
  • To manage peripheral devices attached to a system
  • To repair the side effects of viruses

Which function is NOT typically associated with a Firewall Policy?

  • Managing peripheral devices (correct)
  • Blocking unauthorized users
  • Detecting attacks by cybercriminals
  • Removing unwanted network traffic sources

What is one of the key benefits of having a Firewall Policy in place?

  • Blocking users from downloading files
  • Repairing side effects of viruses
  • Detecting malware coming through legal ways
  • Protecting systems from unauthorized access (correct)

Which type of threats is a Firewall Policy designed to address?

<p>Network attacks and cybercriminal attacks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one specific way a Firewall Policy enhances cybersecurity?

<p>Detecting malware in downloaded files (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a Firewall Policy contribute to overall cybersecurity measures?

<p>By automatically detecting and blocking network attacks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the exception's policy provide?

<p>Flexibility to exclude applications and processes from virus and spyware scans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the host integrity policy?

<p>Defining, enforcing, and restoring the safety of client computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement of the host integrity policy?

<p>Verifying client systems have antivirus software installed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do cybersecurity standards benefit an organization?

<p>Enhance the organization's confidence and trust level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of computers can application control policy be applied to?

<p>Windows clients only (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might it seem costly for a business to invest in cybersecurity standards?

<p>Despite the benefits, such as increased confidence and trust (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of security policies in an organization?

<p>To restrict unauthorized access to information assets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are security policies considered 'living documents'?

<p>Because they are continuously updated to adapt to changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an information security strategic plan?

<p>Relates to the long-term goals for maintaining security for assets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of document relates to the rules and practices that enforce security?

<p>Security policy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do security policies contribute to increased efficiency in an organization?

<p>By saving time, money, and resources through increased consistency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of implementing an acceptable use policy?

<p>To define how users are allowed to use assets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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