26 Questions
What is a vulnerability in the context of network security?
A weakness that makes a threat possible
Which term refers to any bad thing that can happen to your assets in network security?
Threat
What does an attack involve in the context of network security?
Exploiting a vulnerability
What does network security involve studying in relation to threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities?
Basic terms like threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
What is the role of social engineering in cybersecurity as mentioned in the text?
Describing the role of information security
What does the term 'threat' refer to in the context of network security?
Any bad thing that can happen to your assets
What is the main difference between a threat and an attack?
A threat can be intentional or unintentional, while an attack is always intentional.
Which of the following best describes a vulnerability?
A weakness that is inherent in every network and device.
What is the primary concern when addressing a discovered vulnerability?
Mitigating any threat that could take advantage of the vulnerability.
What percentage of reported incidents does internal access and misuse account for, according to the FBI?
60-80%
What do threats use to launch attacks against networks and network devices?
Scripts and programs
Which class of attacks involves gathering information on network systems and services?
Reconnaissance
What does reconnaissance enable the attacker to discover?
Vulnerabilities or weaknesses in the network
What type of threats arise from individuals or organizations working outside of a company?
External threats
DoS stands for:
Denial of Service
Which type of attack involves causing a negative impact on the network by taking advantage of vulnerabilities?
Malwares
What is a vulnerability in the context of network security?
A weakness that makes a threat possible
Which term refers to any bad thing that can happen to your assets in network security?
Threat
What does the term 'DoS' stand for in the context of network security?
Denial of Service
What is the primary concern when addressing a discovered vulnerability in network security?
Fixing the weakness to prevent exploitation
What does network security involve studying in relation to threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities?
The fundamental concepts and distinctions
What is the primary goal of a reconnaissance attack in the context of network security?
To gather information on network systems and services
What is the main difference between a threat and an attack in the context of network security?
A threat can be unintentional while an attack is always intentional
What percentage of reported incidents does internal access and misuse account for, according to the FBI?
60-80%
In the context of network security, what does the term 'DoS' stand for?
Denial of Service
What role does social engineering play in cybersecurity, as mentioned in the text?
Exploiting human psychology to gain unauthorized access
Test your understanding of fundamental concepts of network security and cybersecurity. This quiz covers basic terms like threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities, as well as different types of network threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities.
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