Perimeter-Based Security Architecture Quiz

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What is the primary idea behind the perimeter-based security architecture?

To trust devices inside the network and not trust devices outside (correct)

To provide unlimited access to external users and devices

To trust all devices equally both inside and outside the network

To restrict access to all corporate resources

Which components protect the network perimeter in a perimeter-based security architecture?

Cloud services, Proxy servers, Malware scanners

Antivirus software, VPN, Data Encryption

Intrusion Prevention System, DLP, Load Balancers

Firewalls, IDS, DMZ (correct)

What is the purpose of using VPN in a perimeter-based security architecture?

To monitor all traffic within the network

To limit access to corporate resources for all users

To provide secure remote access to external users and devices (correct)

To block external access to the network

Why have many flaws related to network security been identified in the perimeter-based architecture model over the past decade?

Due to the implicit trust granted once inside the network Signup and view all the answers

How is access granted to external users and devices in a perimeter-based security architecture?

Through virtual private networks (VPN) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the trust approach in a perimeter-based security architecture?

Implicit trust is granted inside the network Signup and view all the answers

In the Zero Trust Extended Framework by Forrester, which pillar focuses on securing workloads?

Fifth pillar Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key actions recommended for securing zero trust devices according to the text?

Detect and prevent spoofing attacks Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is emphasized in securing zero trust networks according to the ZTX framework?

Segmenting assets into subnets Signup and view all the answers

What practice is advised in securing zero trust people according to the text?

Continuously monitor user validation and permissions Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended method to secure zero trust workloads based on the ZTX framework?

Use policy-based API inspection and control Signup and view all the answers

In the context of zero trust networks, what does microsegmentation primarily aim to achieve?

Group devices with similar access requirements together Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is highlighted in securing zero trust data according to the ZTX framework?

Categorizing and classifying data accurately Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for securing zero trust extended framework according to the text?

Integrating disparate security solutions across devices Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus area for organizations regarding zero trust extended framework automation and orchestration?

Shortening incident response times through automation. Signup and view all the answers

How do organizations achieve visibility and analytics in zero trust extended framework operations?

By deploying SAO technologies and enabling end-to-end data visibility. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge with legacy security architecture according to the text?

Inadequate visibility of BYOD and IoT devices Signup and view all the answers

What does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) mandate enterprises to do?

Create microperimeters of control around their sensitive data assets Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of VPNs in legacy security architecture according to the text?

Allowing access to the corporate network without full visibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of minimal access in Zero Trust Architecture?

Providing users with only required privileges Signup and view all the answers

Why is it challenging to apply endpoint protection platform (EPP) to IoT devices?

EPP lacks the capability to be installed on IoT devices Signup and view all the answers

How does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) view network perimeters?

Abolishes the idea of a trusted network inside a defined corporate perimeter Signup and view all the answers

What is the real challenge posed by headless devices in terms of security?

Endpoint protection platforms cannot be installed on them Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Assume breach' mean in the context of Zero Trust Architecture?

'Assume breach' involves pretending the network is already compromised Signup and view all the answers

What does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) suggest about access permissions?

Applying least privilege access for users and devices Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to have network visibility for BYOD and IoT devices?

To analyze and track potentially vulnerable devices and malware infiltration Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary idea behind the perimeter-based security architecture?

Which components protect the network perimeter in a perimeter-based security architecture?

What is the purpose of using VPN in a perimeter-based security architecture?

Why have many flaws related to network security been identified in the perimeter-based architecture model over the past decade?

How is access granted to external users and devices in a perimeter-based security architecture?

What is a key characteristic of the trust approach in a perimeter-based security architecture?

In the Zero Trust Extended Framework by Forrester, which pillar focuses on securing workloads?

What is one of the key actions recommended for securing zero trust devices according to the text?

Which aspect is emphasized in securing zero trust networks according to the ZTX framework?

What practice is advised in securing zero trust people according to the text?

What is a recommended method to secure zero trust workloads based on the ZTX framework?

In the context of zero trust networks, what does microsegmentation primarily aim to achieve?

Which factor is highlighted in securing zero trust data according to the ZTX framework?

What is a key consideration for securing zero trust extended framework according to the text?

What is a key focus area for organizations regarding zero trust extended framework automation and orchestration?

How do organizations achieve visibility and analytics in zero trust extended framework operations?

What is the main challenge with legacy security architecture according to the text?

What does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) mandate enterprises to do?

What is the role of VPNs in legacy security architecture according to the text?

What is the significance of minimal access in Zero Trust Architecture?

Why is it challenging to apply endpoint protection platform (EPP) to IoT devices?

How does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) view network perimeters?

What is the real challenge posed by headless devices in terms of security?

What does 'Assume breach' mean in the context of Zero Trust Architecture?

What does Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) suggest about access permissions?

Why is it crucial to have network visibility for BYOD and IoT devices?

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