Fundamentals of Ethical Hacking Quiz
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Which term refers to the act of locating weaknesses and vulnerabilities of computer and information systems by replicating the intent and actions of malicious hackers?

  • Spoofing
  • Cracking
  • Ethical Hacking (correct)
  • Hacking
  • What is the purpose of a penetration test?

  • To report findings and provide solutions
  • To secure or protect the network
  • To analyze security policies and procedures
  • To break into a company's network (correct)
  • What does the term 'hacking' refer to?

  • Faking the intent and actions of malicious hackers
  • Showing computer expertise (correct)
  • Locating weaknesses and vulnerabilities of computer and information systems
  • Breaching security on software or systems
  • What is the difference between 'penetration testing' and 'security testing'?

    <p>Penetration testing provides solutions to secure or protect the network, while security testing only reports findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for faking the intent and actions of malicious hackers?

    <p>Spoofing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Penetration Testing and Hacking

    • The act of locating weaknesses and vulnerabilities of computer and information systems by replicating the intent and actions of malicious hackers is referred to as penetration testing.
    • The purpose of a penetration test is to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in a system, in order to improve its security and protect against potential threats.
    • The term 'hacking' refers to the unauthorized access, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of computer systems, networks, or electronic information.
    • Penetration testing differs from security testing in that penetration testing focuses on simulating a cyber attack on a system, while security testing is a broader process that evaluates the overall security of a system.
    • The term for faking the intent and actions of malicious hackers, in order to test a system's defenses, is also referred to as penetration testing or ethical hacking.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of Ethical Hacking, including its definition, penetration testing, and the role of ethical hackers. This quiz will assess your understanding of locating weaknesses and vulnerabilities in computer and information systems.

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