Cybersecurity Threat Analysis

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What is the primary focus of social engineering techniques?

Intercepting network communications

Gaining unauthorized access to networks

Manipulating people into divulging confidential information (correct)

Exploiting vulnerabilities in applications

Which of the following is a potential indicator associated with network attacks?

Unusual application behavior

Excessive CPU usage on a server

Phishing emails

Unexpected changes in network traffic patterns (correct)

What is a common feature of application attacks?

Physical intrusion into data centers

Targeting network infrastructure devices

Social engineering tactics

Exploiting software vulnerabilities (correct)

Which threat actor is primarily associated with intelligence sources gathering information for attacks?

Nation-state actors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam?

To verify knowledge and skills required for recommending and implementing security solutions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following areas are covered in the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the equivalent experience required for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam?

Two years of hands-on experience Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT authorized for use in preparation for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam?

Content from unauthorized third-party training sites Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the skills required for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam?

Identifying, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents Signup and view all the answers

What is an area where the candidate should operate with an awareness according to the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) certification exam objectives?

Applicable laws and policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum work experience for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601?

At least 2 years of work experience in IT systems administration with a focus on security Signup and view all the answers

What is the passing score required for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601?

750 Signup and view all the answers

Which domain makes up 25% of the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601?

Implementation Signup and view all the answers

What type of questions can be expected in the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601?

Multiple-choice and performance-based questions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of social engineering technique involves sending fraudulent emails to obtain sensitive information?

Phishing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of domain 4.0 in the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601?

Operations and Incident Response Signup and view all the answers

What should candidates do if they have a question about the study materials being considered unauthorized?

Email CompTIA at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> to confirm Signup and view all the answers

What happens to individuals who utilize unauthorized study materials in preparation for any CompTIA examination?

They will have their certifications revoked and be suspended from future testing Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack involves someone looking over the shoulder of an individual to obtain sensitive information?

Shoulder surfing Signup and view all the answers

"Whaling" is a social engineering technique that primarily targets which level of individuals within an organization?

"C-level" executives or high-level management Signup and view all the answers