18 Questions
What is the primary characteristic of an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) attack?
It is a stealthy, prolonged attack orchestrated by skilled hackers for specific goals.
Which organizations are prime targets for Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?
Governments, corporations, or institutions with valuable data
Why is early detection crucial in mitigating Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?
To prevent extensive damage and stop the attackers' progress
What are some signs of insider threats to watch for?
Sudden changes in behavior or unauthorized data access
Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging threat as mentioned in the text?
Legacy systems security
How can organizations prepare for future threats according to the text?
By consistently updating software, implementing encryption, and adopting AI-driven defenses
What is the primary goal of social engineers?
To gain trust by pretending to be someone else
What is a common method used in phishing attacks?
Sending fake emails that ask for passwords or financial information
How can malware be spread to devices?
Through email attachments, infected websites, or vulnerable software
What is the impact of a Denial of Service (DoS) attack?
Websites become slow or unavailable during an attack
How do attackers use malware to disrupt devices?
By stealing sensitive data or turning devices into botnets
Which cyber attack involves tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information?
Phishing
What is the purpose of cyber threat modeling?
To create a map of potential dangers in systems
Which model helps in understanding different types of threats like Spoofing and Denial of Service?
STRIDE Model
What is the focus of the DREAD model?
Rating the severity of a threat
How does social engineering work as a cyber threat?
By manipulating people into giving up sensitive information
What does the STRIDE model help in preventing?
Denial of Service attacks
Why is it important to understand cyber threats?
To know where vulnerabilities exist and how to protect against them
Explore different models and types of cyber threats in this quiz. Learn about understanding, modeling, and identifying cyber threats like social engineering, phishing, malware, denial of service attacks, and more.
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