Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems Quiz
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Which type of intrusion detection system monitors important operating system files?

  • Host-based intrusion detection system (HIDS) (correct)
  • Signature-based detection
  • Network intrusion detection system (NIDS)
  • Anomaly-based detection
  • What is the main purpose of a security information and event management (SIEM) system?

  • To distinguish malicious activity from false alarms
  • To monitor network traffic
  • To collect and centralize intrusion reports (correct)
  • To respond to detected intrusions
  • Which detection approach relies on recognizing bad patterns, such as malware?

  • Signature-based detection (correct)
  • Anomaly-based detection
  • Reputation-based detection
  • Host-based intrusion detection system (HIDS)
  • Which type of intrusion detection system uses machine learning to create a model of trustworthy activity?

    <p>Anomaly-based IDS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential drawback of anomaly-based intrusion detection systems?

    <p>They have a high rate of false positives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of intrusion prevention systems?

    <p>To actively prevent or block intrusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between intrusion detection systems (IDS) and intrusion prevention systems (IPS)?

    <p>IDS can only monitor network traffic while IPS can actively prevent or block intrusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of system monitors the inbound and outbound packets from an individual host or device on the network?

    <p>Host intrusion detection system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a traditional network firewall and an intrusion detection system (IDS)?

    <p>A firewall uses static rules to permit or deny network connections, while an IDS detects intrusions after they have taken place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the detection method employed by a signature-based IDS?

    <p>Looking for specific patterns in network traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a network intrusion detection system (NIDS)?

    <p>To monitor traffic to and from all devices on the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Intrusion Detection Systems

    • A Host-based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) monitors important operating system files.

    Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Systems

    • The main purpose of a SIEM system is to collect, monitor, and analyze security-related data from various sources to provide a unified view of an organization's security posture.

    Detection Approaches

    • Signature-based detection relies on recognizing bad patterns, such as malware, by comparing network traffic or system files to a database of known malicious patterns.
    • Anomaly-based detection uses machine learning to create a model of trustworthy activity and identifies anomalies that deviate from this model.

    Anomaly-based Intrusion Detection Systems

    • A potential drawback of anomaly-based intrusion detection systems is the possibility of generating false positives, which can lead to unnecessary alerts and waste resources.

    Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)

    • The main function of an IPS is to detect and prevent potential security threats in real-time, blocking malicious traffic before it can cause harm.

    IDS vs IPS

    • The main difference between Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) is that IDS detects and alerts, while IPS detects and prevents.

    Network-based Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)

    • A Network-based Intrusion Detection System (NIDS) monitors the inbound and outbound packets from an individual host or device on the network.

    Traditional Network Firewall vs IDS

    • The main difference between a traditional network firewall and an IDS is that a firewall blocks traffic based on predetermined rules, whereas an IDS analyzes traffic to identify potential security threats.

    Signature-based IDS

    • The detection method employed by a signature-based IDS is to compare network traffic or system files to a database of known malicious patterns.

    Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)

    • The purpose of a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS) is to identify and alert on potential security threats in network traffic.

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    Test your knowledge of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) with this quiz. Learn about the importance of monitoring networks and systems for malicious activity or policy violations, as well as the role of security information and event management (SIEM) systems in reporting and managing intrusions.

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