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