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What is the primary function of antivirus software?
What is the primary function of antivirus software?
What should you do to protect your accounts online?
What should you do to protect your accounts online?
What risk is associated with downloading pirated software?
What risk is associated with downloading pirated software?
What action can help prevent data loss due to viruses?
What action can help prevent data loss due to viruses?
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Which of the following is a common source of computer viruses?
Which of the following is a common source of computer viruses?
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What is a characteristic of the “Rabbit” virus from the mid-1970s?
What is a characteristic of the “Rabbit” virus from the mid-1970s?
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What is the safest approach when you receive a suspicious email?
What is the safest approach when you receive a suspicious email?
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What should you do to ensure your operating system is secure?
What should you do to ensure your operating system is secure?
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What is the primary purpose of information assurance (IA)?
What is the primary purpose of information assurance (IA)?
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Which of the following components is NOT part of Raggad’s taxonomy of information security?
Which of the following components is NOT part of Raggad’s taxonomy of information security?
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At which level does IA focus primarily on physical resources?
At which level does IA focus primarily on physical resources?
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What type of threats do terrorists generally pose towards information infrastructure?
What type of threats do terrorists generally pose towards information infrastructure?
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Which of the following best describes a Denial of Service (DoS) attack?
Which of the following best describes a Denial of Service (DoS) attack?
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Which of the following is a common type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software?
Which of the following is a common type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software?
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What does the term 'non-repudiation' refer to in information assurance?
What does the term 'non-repudiation' refer to in information assurance?
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What type of attack involves tricking users into providing sensitive information?
What type of attack involves tricking users into providing sensitive information?
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What is the primary goal of black hat hackers?
What is the primary goal of black hat hackers?
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Which type of hacker typically works with permission to enhance security measures?
Which type of hacker typically works with permission to enhance security measures?
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What method do tracking cookies use to gather information?
What method do tracking cookies use to gather information?
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What distinguishes gray hat hackers from black hat hackers?
What distinguishes gray hat hackers from black hat hackers?
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Which of the following is a function of keyloggers?
Which of the following is a function of keyloggers?
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What role do system scanners play in cybersecurity?
What role do system scanners play in cybersecurity?
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What is a common characteristic of malicious hackers?
What is a common characteristic of malicious hackers?
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What is the technique used by spyware to ensure activation at startup?
What is the technique used by spyware to ensure activation at startup?
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What characterizes a DDOS attack compared to a DOS attack?
What characterizes a DDOS attack compared to a DOS attack?
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What is a common symptom of a server being overwhelmed by a DDOS attack?
What is a common symptom of a server being overwhelmed by a DDOS attack?
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Which error message typically indicates a server under stress due to excessive requests?
Which error message typically indicates a server under stress due to excessive requests?
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How can one identify unusual traffic patterns that may indicate a DDOS attack?
How can one identify unusual traffic patterns that may indicate a DDOS attack?
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Which method can provide insights into potential DDOS attack patterns?
Which method can provide insights into potential DDOS attack patterns?
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Which best describes a botnet in the context of a DDOS attack?
Which best describes a botnet in the context of a DDOS attack?
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What volume of traffic usually indicates a potential DDOS attack?
What volume of traffic usually indicates a potential DDOS attack?
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What is an essential tool for detecting abnormal traffic patterns?
What is an essential tool for detecting abnormal traffic patterns?
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What is a logic bomb primarily defined as?
What is a logic bomb primarily defined as?
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Which type of logic bomb is activated by specific events occurring within the system?
Which type of logic bomb is activated by specific events occurring within the system?
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What term is synonymous with logic bombs, highlighting their hidden nature?
What term is synonymous with logic bombs, highlighting their hidden nature?
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What do password attacks primarily aim to achieve?
What do password attacks primarily aim to achieve?
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Which of the following is an example of a user-activated bomb?
Which of the following is an example of a user-activated bomb?
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What are potential outcomes of an activated logic bomb?
What are potential outcomes of an activated logic bomb?
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What is crucial for preventing password attacks?
What is crucial for preventing password attacks?
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How does a time-based bomb operate?
How does a time-based bomb operate?
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Study Notes
Information Security
- Information security aims to protect the availability, integrity, confidentiality, authentication, and non-repudiation of system resources.
- Information security encompasses computer and information security, as well as protecting information at physical, information infrastructure, and perceptual levels.
- The physical level of information security focuses on securing computers, physical networks, telecommunications systems, and supporting systems like power, facilities, and environmental controls.
Threats and Attacks
- Computer Virus: Self-replicating programs that can spread to other computers, corrupting files or slowing down performance.
- Computer Worm: Similar to viruses but can spread independently, often through networks.
- Trojan Horse: Malware disguised as legitimate software that allows unauthorized access to a system.
- Denial-of-Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS): Attacks designed to overwhelm a server or network with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users.
- Phishing: Deceptive attempts to acquire sensitive information like passwords and credit card details through fake emails or websites.
- Spyware: Software secretly installed on a computer to monitor user activity and transmit information to a third party.
History of Computer Viruses
- The “Creeper system,” the first computer virus, appeared in 1971.
- The "Rabbit" virus, which replicated quickly and caused significant damage, emerged in the mid-1970s
- "Elk Cloner" was created in 1982 and spread through floppy disks containing a game.
Identifying DoS and DDoS Attacks
- Unusual Traffic Patterns: Sudden, large increases in traffic, particularly from a large number of IP addresses.
- Slow Performance: Websites or services become unusually slow or unresponsive.
- Error Messages: Increased frequency of error messages such as "503 Service Unavailable" or "Server Too Busy."
Preventing Virus Attacks
- Install Antivirus Software: Antivirus software helps detect and block viruses before they infect a system.
- Update Regularly: Keep operating systems, software, and apps updated to patch security vulnerabilities.
- Be Cautious with Emails and Downloads: Don’t open emails or download attachments from unknown sources.
- Use Strong Passwords: Protect accounts with strong, unique passwords.
- Backup Data: Regularly back up data to an external drive or cloud storage.
Understanding Logic Bombs
- Logic Bombs: A set of instructions secretly inserted into a computer system to cause damage when specific conditions are met.
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Types:
- Event-triggered bombs: Triggered by specific events within the system.
- User-activated bombs: Activated by specific user actions.
- Time-based bombs: Execute at a specific date and time.
Understanding Password Attacks
- Password Attacks: Attempts to gain unauthorized access by discovering or guessing passwords.
Protecting Against Future Attacks
- Long-term Solutions: Proactive approach and robust security practices to prevent future attacks.
- Robust security practices: Important for preventing future attacks.
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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of information security and recognize various threats and attacks that can compromise system resources. This quiz covers key concepts such as computer viruses, worms, trojan horses, and denial-of-service attacks. Understand the importance of maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of information.
