Cybersecurity - Exam
  • 1. What does a firewall do in cybersecurity?
A) Takes photographs
B) Monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic
C) Records music
D) Measures temperature
  • 2. What is two-factor authentication in cybersecurity?
A) Writing two passwords
B) Verification method using two factors: something you know and something you have
C) Typing really fast
D) Using two different keyboards
  • 3. What is ransomware in cybersecurity?
A) Malware that encrypts files and demands payment for decryption
B) Software for word processing
C) Software for photo editing
D) Software for data backup
  • 4. What is a good password practice for cybersecurity?
A) Writing passwords on sticky notes
B) Using strong, unique passwords for each account
C) Reusing the same password
D) Sharing passwords with friends
  • 5. Why is regular software patching important for cybersecurity?
A) To enhance video streaming quality
B) To fix security vulnerabilities and bugs
C) To organize files
D) To change desktop backgrounds
  • 6. What is the purpose of SSL certificates in cybersecurity?
A) Repairing electronic devices
B) Sorting documents alphabetically
C) Secure online communication by encrypting data transmitted between a website and a user
D) Creating music playlists
  • 7. What is a vulnerability assessment in cybersecurity?
A) Planning vacations
B) Analyzing weather patterns
C) Finding job opportunities
D) Process of identifying security weaknesses in a system
  • 8. What is a zero-day vulnerability?
A) Security flaw that is unknown to the software vendor
B) Countdown to launch new products
C) Technical support available 24/7
D) Software that has zero bugs
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