Data Management and Security Quiz

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Which method would a security administrator implement to add random data when generating a set of stored password hashes?

Salting

Which cryptographic method is used to add trust to a digital certificate?

X.509

What should be included in a server room design to provide redundancy?

Dual power supplies

What is the primary purpose of a security information and event management (SIEM) system?

<p>To analyze log data</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a master image?

<p>To ensure software updates are applied consistently</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of encryption is used to protect data in transit?

<p>Asymmetric encryption</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most suitable way to implement encryption between email clients without altering the existing server-to-server communication?

<p>Require the use of S/MIME</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of containerization in deploying applications securely?

<p>Reducing the need for virtual machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a vulnerability scanner in assessing the security of a system?

<p>Identifying potential vulnerabilities in the system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a penetration test and a vulnerability scan?

<p>A penetration test attempts to exploit vulnerabilities, while a vulnerability scan only identifies them</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using S/MIME for email encryption?

<p>It provides digital signatures for authentication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a password cracker in a security assessment?

<p>Cracking passwords to gain access to a system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for managing access rights to sensitive data?

<p>Data owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely reason for adding a 'PII' classification type to a content management system?

<p>Expanded privacy compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to securely store private keys across web servers?

<p>Use an HSM</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be determined from the provided security log information?

<p>A cross-site scripting attack is being attempted</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack is being attempted according to the security log?

<p>Cross-site scripting</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Hardware Security Module (HSM)?

<p>To securely store and manage cryptographic keys</p> Signup and view all the answers

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