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Which security measure is MOST effective in preventing attackers from moving laterally within a compromised network?
Which security measure is MOST effective in preventing attackers from moving laterally within a compromised network?
- Using strong passwords and enforcing password complexity policies.
- Regularly updating software and systems.
- Implementing network segmentation. (correct)
- Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA).
A company wants to ensure that its employees can securely access internal resources when working remotely. Which of the following technologies would BEST achieve this?
A company wants to ensure that its employees can securely access internal resources when working remotely. Which of the following technologies would BEST achieve this?
- Enforcing strict password policies.
- Utilizing Network Address Translation (NAT).
- Implementing a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
- Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). (correct)
Which type of attack involves an attacker intercepting communication between two parties without their knowledge?
Which type of attack involves an attacker intercepting communication between two parties without their knowledge?
- Man-in-the-Middle (MitM). (correct)
- SQL Injection.
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
- Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS).
Which of the following protocols is used to translate domain names to IP addresses?
Which of the following protocols is used to translate domain names to IP addresses?
Which OSI model layer is responsible for data representation and encryption?
Which OSI model layer is responsible for data representation and encryption?
A network administrator notices unusually high traffic originating from a specific server, overwhelming the network. This scenario is MOST indicative of what type of attack?
A network administrator notices unusually high traffic originating from a specific server, overwhelming the network. This scenario is MOST indicative of what type of attack?
Which of the following is a characteristic of asymmetric-key cryptography?
Which of the following is a characteristic of asymmetric-key cryptography?
Which of the following is the MOST secure protocol for securing wireless networks?
Which of the following is the MOST secure protocol for securing wireless networks?
A company is concerned about unauthorized users accessing sensitive data. Which of the following security measures would provide the BEST protection for data confidentiality?
A company is concerned about unauthorized users accessing sensitive data. Which of the following security measures would provide the BEST protection for data confidentiality?
Which network device operates at the Data Link Layer (Layer 2) of the OSI model and forwards data based on MAC addresses?
Which network device operates at the Data Link Layer (Layer 2) of the OSI model and forwards data based on MAC addresses?
Flashcards
Computer Network
Computer Network
A set of interconnected devices that can communicate and share resources.
Local Area Network (LAN)
Local Area Network (LAN)
Connects devices within a limited area, like a home or office.
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Spans a large geographical area, connecting multiple LANs.
Star Topology
Star Topology
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TCP/IP
TCP/IP
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DNS (Domain Name System)
DNS (Domain Name System)
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IP Address
IP Address
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Firewall
Firewall
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Malware
Malware
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Phishing
Phishing
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