29 Questions
What is one of the threats posed by employees setting up wireless networks at home?
Vulnerability due to lack of encryption
Why do some home users prefer wireless networks over wired ones according to the text?
For easy setup and usability
What is a common issue with many home users who set up multiple computers at home?
Failure to secure the network properly
How does the scenario with the engineer's wireless router contribute to network vulnerability?
By not securing the laptops with WEP
What operating system is mentioned to be running on an employee's home workstation in the text?
Windows 98
Why do employees who care about aesthetics or don't want to pull wires usually set up wireless networks at home?
To avoid visible cables and wires
What should be the approach when the vice president asks for a password?
Assume the person is a potential intruder
Which measure is not sufficient on its own to prevent social engineering attacks?
Environmental controls
What is a recommended practice for preventing social engineering attacks mentioned in the text?
All employees should have a security mind-set and question suspicious situations
Which of the following is NOT listed as an item useful in preventing social engineering attacks?
Encouraging employees to handle waste disposal themselves
Why is a combination of technical, operational, and environmental controls along with user awareness training necessary to prevent attacks?
Technical controls alone are inadequate
What role does security awareness training play in preventing social engineering attacks?
Enhances employees' ability to identify and respond to potential threats
What type of IDS monitors communications on a host-by-host basis?
Host-based IDSs
Which type of IDS is good at detecting unauthorized file modifications and user activity?
Host-based IDSs
What do network-based IDSs try to locate that firewalls might have missed?
Packets not allowed on the network
Why are host-based and network-based IDSs considered complementary to each other?
They cover different strengths and weaknesses
In the context of IDS alerting, what is essential for network administrators to have in place?
Incident response plans
What is one of the forms of response suggested when an IDS alerts of an ongoing attack attempt?
Redirecting or misdirecting the attacker
Where is the Private SQL Area located in a Dedicated Server Environment?
PGA
What does the Session Memory store?
Session variables and other session information
What is the function of SQL Work Area?
Allocated for sort, hash-join, bitmap merge operations
Which component of PGA consists of session memory and the private SQL area?
Persistent Area
What term is used to refer to the combination of all individual PGAs in an instance?
Instance PGA
What is one way to recognize a potential social engineering situation?
Refusing to leave contact information
In the context of the text, what might an intruder do if they are persistent?
Press for more information about absent employees
What is a questionable behavior mentioned in the text that might indicate a potential intruder?
Asking about the return time of an absent employee
What could be a sign of suspicious behavior from a caller according to the text?
Rushing or being in a big hurry
What is the significance of recognizing social engineering situations according to the text?
To protect against becoming a victim of intruders
How can recognizing potential social engineering scenarios benefit individuals?
By preventing sensitive information leaks
Learn how to identify potential social engineering situations and intruders. Understand the fine line between being suspicious and trusting. Recall the Manohar scenario to apply your knowledge.
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