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What is the primary purpose of a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in a network?
What is the primary purpose of a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in a network?
Which network device operates primarily at Layer 2 of the OSI model?
Which network device operates primarily at Layer 2 of the OSI model?
What is the primary function of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems?
What is the primary function of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems?
Which method is NOT typically associated with Network Access Control (NAC)?
Which method is NOT typically associated with Network Access Control (NAC)?
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How does Network Address Translation (NAT) enhance network security?
How does Network Address Translation (NAT) enhance network security?
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Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for directing traffic between different networks?
Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for directing traffic between different networks?
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What is the key role of Security and Information Event Management (SIEM) systems?
What is the key role of Security and Information Event Management (SIEM) systems?
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Which device is primarily used to filter network traffic based on security rules?
Which device is primarily used to filter network traffic based on security rules?
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What is the primary function of Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)?
What is the primary function of Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)?
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Which characteristic distinguishes Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS) from Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)?
Which characteristic distinguishes Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS) from Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)?
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What role does the application-aware feature play in NIDS?
What role does the application-aware feature play in NIDS?
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What is one of the limitations of Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS)?
What is one of the limitations of Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS)?
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What is the main difference between Network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems (NIPS) and Application-aware IPS?
What is the main difference between Network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems (NIPS) and Application-aware IPS?
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In the context of network architecture, what purpose do Demilitarized Zones (DMZ) serve?
In the context of network architecture, what purpose do Demilitarized Zones (DMZ) serve?
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Which of the following is NOT typically a function of Network Address Translation (NAT)?
Which of the following is NOT typically a function of Network Address Translation (NAT)?
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What does the Zero Trust Framework emphasize as a critical component of network security?
What does the Zero Trust Framework emphasize as a critical component of network security?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Network Security
- Network security is a crucial aspect of IT, securing networks against unauthorized access and attacks.
- Practices and policies ensure network access, misuse, modification, and denial are controlled.
Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
- IDPS are systems that identify and prevent unauthorized network activity.
- Categorized into Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS), Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS), and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS)
- Installed on network equipment like firewalls and routers to monitor network traffic and alert for potential threats.
- Application-aware NIDS enhance threat detection by leveraging system and application information.
Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS)
- Software-based systems installed on individual devices to monitor system activities like file system access and network communications.
- Limited in monitoring network traffic not reaching the local system.
Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- Network-based IPS (NIPS) operate inline with the network and block harmful traffic in real-time.
- Application-aware IPS use application-level information to detect and prevent sophisticated attacks.
Network Architecture and Security
- Security Zones: Segmenting a network into zones to control access based on security requirements.
- Network Segregation: Physically or logically isolating network sections to enhance security.
Demilitarized Zones (DMZ)
- DMZ is a separate network placed outside the secure perimeter, offering limited access to external users while protecting internal networks.
Network Address Translation (NAT)
- NAT translates private IP addresses within a network to a public IP address, concealing internal network structure.
Basic Network Devices and Their Security Functions
- Hubs: Layer 1 devices that broadcast packets to all connected devices.
- Switches: Layer 2 devices that forward packets only to the intended recipient based on MAC addresses.
- Routers: Layer 3 devices that manage traffic between networks based on IP addresses.
- Firewalls: Filter incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined security rules.
- Proxy Servers: Act as intermediaries, mediating traffic requests and offering anonymity and security.
Network Protocols and OSI Model
- OSI Model: Seven-layer framework for understanding and designing network protocols and devices, each layer with a specific function.
- Network Protocols: Protocols like TCP/IP govern network communication, enabling devices to interact despite differences in hardware and software.
Network Security Technologies
- Network Access Control (NAC): Evaluates the security posture of devices before joining the network, restricting access for non-compliant devices.
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Systems that detect and prevent unauthorized data transfer.
- Security and Information Event Management (SIEM): Collects, analyzes, and reports security events across the network for real-time monitoring and historical analysis.
- Zero Trust Framework: A security model that assumes all users and devices are untrusted until explicitly validated.
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