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What activity does 'phishing' primarily aim to accomplish in cybersecurity terms?
What activity does 'phishing' primarily aim to accomplish in cybersecurity terms?
- Gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data through deception (correct)
- Disrupting network services and causing denial-of-service attacks
- Implementing advanced encryption algorithms for secure communications
- Deploying malware across a network to compromise systems
Besides a password, what constitutes an effective second factor in two-factor authentication?
Besides a password, what constitutes an effective second factor in two-factor authentication?
- An automatically generated CAPTCHA code
- A memorable personal identification number (PIN)
- A security token or a biometric scan (correct)
- A security question with a predefined answer
What is the fundamental role of a firewall in network security?
What is the fundamental role of a firewall in network security?
- Filtering network traffic and blocking unauthorized access attempts (correct)
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises
- Implementing intrusion detection systems to identify malicious activities
- Executing regular system backups and disaster recovery plans
Which password example demonstrates the strongest approach to password security?
Which password example demonstrates the strongest approach to password security?
What is the full form of the acronym "VPN" as utilized in network communication?
What is the full form of the acronym "VPN" as utilized in network communication?
Flashcards
Phishing
Phishing
A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information online.
Two-Factor Authentication
Two-Factor Authentication
A security process that requires two different forms of identification.
Firewall
Firewall
A security system that blocks unauthorized access to a network.
Strong Password
Strong Password
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VPN
VPN
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Study Notes
Cybersecurity Multiple Choice Questions
- Question 1: Phishing attempts to obtain sensitive information.
- Question 2: Two-factor authentication uses a password and a security token/PIN.
- Question 3: Firewalls encrypt data to block unauthorized access.
- Question 4: 123456 is a password.
- Question 5: VPN stands for Virtual Private Network.
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