4_4_1 Section 4 – Operations and Incident Response - 4.4 – Securing an Environment- Endpoint Security Configuration

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What is the endpoint referring to in the context of security?

  • Cloud storage services
  • Cybersecurity software
  • Network routers and servers
  • Devices used for daily work (correct)

What is the primary concern of the IT security team regarding applications on endpoints?

  • Network bandwidth
  • System performance
  • Malware and vulnerabilities (correct)
  • User productivity

What is the purpose of defining what applications are allowed or not allowed on a particular endpoint?

  • To create a more secure and stable environment (correct)
  • To enhance user experience
  • To improve system performance
  • To reduce network traffic

What might happen if a user downloads software from a third-party website?

<p>The software might have some malicious software or malware (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one philosophy on how to implement application control on endpoints?

<p>Using an approved list of applications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characterization of an approved list of applications for endpoint control?

<p>A very restrictive list (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a deny list in endpoint security?

<p>To prevent specific applications from running on an endpoint (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an application when anti-malware software detects it as malicious?

<p>It is removed from the system and placed in a quarantine area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a hash be used to control application execution?

<p>By taking a hash of an executable and allowing it to run if the hash matches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a digital signature in application execution?

<p>To allow or deny execution based on the developer's name (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can limiting permissions to specific folders enhance security?

<p>By limiting the permissions to specific folders, creating a trusted area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting a policy based on zones in endpoint security?

<p>To allow or disallow applications based on the zone they are executing from (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of devices are referred to as endpoints in the context of security?

<p>Desktop computers, laptops, smartphones, and tablets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to control what applications are running on an endpoint?

<p>To prevent malware and vulnerabilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the IT security team regarding endpoints?

<p>To monitor endpoints for alerts and alarms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of downloading software from a third-party website?

<p>The software might contain malicious software or malware (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of creating an approved list of applications for endpoint control?

<p>To create a more secure and stable environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of restricting applications on an endpoint?

<p>A more secure and stable environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a blocklist in endpoint security?

<p>To prevent specific applications from running on the endpoint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an application when endpoint security software recognizes it as malicious?

<p>It is placed in a quarantine folder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of limiting the permissions to specific folders on a storage device?

<p>It reduces the risk of malicious software installation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting a policy based on zones in endpoint security?

<p>To allow or disallow applications based on the zone they are executing from (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of digital signatures in application execution?

<p>To identify the manufacturer or developer of the application (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the IT security team in relation to endpoint security?

<p>To prevent malicious applications from running on the endpoint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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