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What is a remote attack?
Which act provides the authority to intercept voice communications related to computer hacking?
What is a key characteristic of a cracker?
Why is signing an NDA crucial in ethical hacking?
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Which of the following is true regarding a target of evaluation in ethical hacking?
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Which of the following statements best describes a white-hat hacker?
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A security audit performed on the internal network of an organization is also known as?
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What is the first phase of hacking?
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What type of ethical hack tests access to the physical infrastructure?
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Which type of hacker represents the highest risk to your network?
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Hacking for a cause is called?
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Which federal law is most commonly used to prosecute hackers?
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What does the Securely Protect Yourself Against Cyber Trespass Act prohibit?
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What step in the framework of a security audit is essential to safeguard the ethical hacker from legal liability?
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Which term refers to a system, program, or network that is being analyzed for security purposes?
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What term is used for a hacker who engages in malicious activities?
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MAC address spoofing is classified as which type of attack?
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Which legislation provides the authority to intercept communications during computer hacking investigations?
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What should be included in an ethical hacking report?
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Which individual poses the greatest threat to an organization's security?
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Which elements are necessary in an ethical hacking report?
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Study Notes
White-hat Hackers
- Also known as ethical hackers
- Security professionals use their skills for defensive purposes
Black-box Testing
- Type of security audit where no prior knowledge of the system is known
- Can be performed by both internal and external parties
White-box Testing
- Security audit where the tester has complete knowledge of the system and its internal workings
- Performed by internal parties
Reconnaissance
- The first phase of hacking
- Primarily involves gathering information about the target
Physical Access Testing
- Type of ethical hack that tests the physical security of an organization's infrastructure
Security, Functionality, and Ease of Use Triangle
- Illustrates the trade-off between these factors
- As Security increases, Functionality and Ease of Use decrease
Hacktivism
- Hacking performed for political or social causes
Disgruntled Employees
- Pose the largest risk to an organization's security
- Have access to sensitive information and resources
Title 18 of the US Code
- The federal law most commonly used to prosecute hackers
Remote Attack
- An attack launched via the internet
The Patriot Act
- Grants authority to intercept voice communications
- Often used during computer hacking investigations
Freedom of Information Act
- Requires the government to release documents and records to the public
- Can be a valuable source of information for hackers
SPY Act
- Prohibits sending spam, installing keystroke loggers, and implementing pop-up windows
Ethical Hacking Agreements & NDAs
- Critical to protect ethical hackers from legal liability
- Must be signed before testing begins
Targets of Evaluation
- Systems, programs, or networks that are the subject of security analysis
Crackers
- Hackers who use their skills for destructive purposes
MAC Address Spoofing
- An authentication attack used to circumvent MAC address filters
Ethical Hacking Reports
- Should include:
- Testing type
- Vulnerabilities discovered
- Suggested countermeasures
Disgruntled Employees
- Pose the largest risk to an organization's security
- Have access to sensitive information and resources
Ethical Hacking Reports
- Should include:
- Findings of the test
- Risk analysis
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Explore the essential concepts of ethical hacking, including various testing methodologies like black-box and white-box testing, as well as the roles of white-hat hackers. This quiz covers aspects of security and ethical considerations in hacking. Test your knowledge on security practices and risks!
