Information Security Quiz

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What type of attack involves the attacker altering system resources?

Direct attack

Indirect attack

Active attack (correct)

Passive attack

The rule stating that students are not allowed to bring cell phones into the exam hall is an example of what?

Security mechanism

Security service

Security Policy (correct)

Security Council

Which of the following constitutes the three pillars of information security?

Confidentiality, integrity, availability (correct)

Risk assessment, policy enforcement, monitoring

Authentication, availability, access control

Encryption, auditing, restoration

What is ransomware known for?

Encrypting data on computers and servers Signup and view all the answers

At which layer in the information security transformation framework is the NESSUS tool primarily used?

Vulnerability management Signup and view all the answers

Which standard/framework is specific to a particular type of industry?

PCI.DSS Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a challenge of information security?

Widespread internet access Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the next-generation firewall?

Positioning it at the network perimeter and entrance to the data center Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a patch?

To fix security vulnerabilities and bugs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of testing involves actively attempting to exploit vulnerabilities?

Penetration testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in an effective patch management process?

Establish baseline IT assets inventory Signup and view all the answers

After TCP port scanning in Qualys Guard, which test is performed to identify the operating system?

OS detection Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for implementing security controls under the Security Transformation Model?

IT teams Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of validating security controls?

To confirm that controls are being used correctly Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors can contribute to insecure software?

Complexity Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is NOT performed during the accreditation process?

Install software Signup and view all the answers

What are the four layers of the transformation model in sequence?

Security hardening, vulnerability management, security engineering, security governance Signup and view all the answers

Which percentage of organizations in Pakistan have been found to have a deficient security posture?

90% Signup and view all the answers

If a system enters into which state, it indicates a security violation?

Unsecure Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is identified as part of a deficient program structure leading to security failures?

Ineffective Information Security Management Committee (ISMC) Signup and view all the answers

The PCI data security standard applies to which type of organizations?

All companies that accept, process, store, or transmit credit card data Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum trial period offered by Nessus scanner?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

Which solution can be implemented to reduce spoofed or modified emails from valid addresses?

Domain-based message authentication Signup and view all the answers

How many steps are involved in a policy compliance scan of Qualys?

Four Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Security

Active attack alters system resources
Passive attack observes system without altering
Direct attack targets the system directly
Indirect attack affects system indirectly

Exam Policies

Students are not allowed to bring cell phones to exams; This is an example of a security policy.

Pillars of Information Security

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

Ransomware

A type of attack encrypting data on computers and servers.

Nessus Tool

Used in security engineering for security analysis
Used in vulnerability management
Used in security hardening

Effective Security Program Management

Security governance is the effective management of security programs
Security engineering is the design of secure systems
Vulnerability management is identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities
Security hardening is the process of making systems more secure

Information Security Standards

ISO27002.2013 is a general standard
COBIT is a standard for IT management and governance
PCI DSS is a standard for the payment card industry
ISO27001.2013 applies to all industries

Information Security Challenges

Lack of budget and insufficient resources
Highly specialized and continually evolving technology
Cloud and internet of things (IoT) issues
Lack of ownership and inconsistent security practices

Information Security Life Cycle

There are 6 to 7 steps in the information security life cycle

Cyber Security Strategy & Framework

Malaysia is regionally well developed in cyber security strategies and frameworks; ranks 2nd or 3rd.

Resource Security

Access control prevents unauthorized resource usage

Firewall Placement

Next generation firewalls are placed at the network perimeter and at the entrance to the data center.

Mobile Security

Mobile technology leads to time wastage and distractions
Traditional security perimeters no longer exist because of mobile devices
User locations can be tracked from mobile devices
Apps downloaded via mobile devices can be harmful

Data Protection in VMs

Protect sensitive data in VMs by encrypting data stored on virtual and cloud servers

Small Business Security Challenges

A lack of funding for data centers can be a challenge for small-sized organizations in security

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Test your knowledge on information security concepts, including types of attacks, security frameworks, and tools. This quiz covers pivotal topics like ransomware, firewalls, and patch management, essential for understanding modern cybersecurity practices.