Network Security MCQ Test 2

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1. Which type of malware is designed to look legitimate but performs malicious activities?

A. Virus

B. Worm

C. Trojan

D. Ransomware

2. What does the acronym SFTP stand for?

A. Simple File Transfer Protocol

B. Secure File Transfer Protocol

C. Standard File Transfer Protocol

D. System File Transfer Protocol

3. True or False: A VPN can provide secure remote access to a network.

A. True

B. False

4. What is the purpose of network segmentation?

A. To increase network speed

B. To reduce network traffic

C. To isolate sensitive data

D. To monitor user activity

5. Which of the following best describes a spear phishing attack?

A. A broad-based phishing attempt

B. A targeted phishing attempt at specific individuals

C. A type of DoS attack

D. A form of social engineering

6. What is the primary goal of a penetration test?

A. To encrypt data

B. To find and fix security vulnerabilities

C. To back up data

D. To monitor user activity

7. Which of the following is a benefit of two-factor authentication?

A. Reduces password length

B. Increases security by requiring two forms of identification

C. Decreases login time

D. Increases network traffic

8. What does the acronym DMZ stand for in network security?

A. Data Management Zone

B. De-Militarized Zone

C. Data Monitoring Zone

D. Device Management Zone

9. Which type of encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption?

A. Asymmetric encryption

B. Symmetric encryption

C. Public key encryption

D. Hashing

10. True or False: SSL and TLS are protocols used to secure communications over a network.

A. True

B. False

11. What is a common method to secure data in transit?

A. Using a firewall

B. Using encryption

C. Using antivirus software

D. Using a honeypot

12. What is the role of a network administrator?

A. Developing marketing strategies

B. Managing and maintaining network infrastructure

C. Increasing production efficiency

D. Designing websites

13. Which of the following is a common method to prevent SQL injection attacks?

A. Using strong passwords

B. Input validation

C. Using a VPN

D. Encrypting data

14. What does the acronym SSH stand for?

A. Secure Socket Handling

B. Secure Shell

C. System Socket Handling

D. System Shell

15. What is the main function of a network intrusion prevention system (IPS)?

A. Encrypting data

B. Preventing unauthorized access

C. Monitoring user activity

D. Backing up data

16. Which type of malware can replicate itself without needing a host program?

A. Virus

B. Trojan

C. Worm

D. Spyware

17. True or False: A man-in-the-middle attack can compromise the confidentiality and integrity of communication.

A. True

B. False

18. What is the purpose of a digital signature in network security?

A. Encrypting data

B. Verifying the authenticity and integrity of a message

C. Monitoring network traffic

D. Backing up data

19. Which of the following best describes network sniffing?

A. Monitoring network traffic to capture data

B. Encrypting data to secure it

C. Creating a firewall

D. Developing security policies

20. What does the acronym XSS stand for?

A. Cross-Site Scripting

B. Cross-Site Security

C. Cross-Site System

D. Cross-Site Spam

21. Which of the following is a common type of social engineering attack?

A. Phishing

B. SQL injection

C. DoS attack

D. Sniffing

22. True or False: Public key infrastructure (PKI) is used to manage digital certificates and keys.

A. True

B. False

23. What is the primary goal of network forensics?

A. Encrypting data

B. Analyzing network traffic to investigate security incidents

C. Backing up data

D. Monitoring user activity

24. What does the acronym MAC stand for in network security?

A. Media Access Control

B. Monitoring Access Control

C. Media Authentication Control

D. Monitoring Authentication Control

25. Which of the following is a benefit of using a VPN?

A. Faster internet speed

B. Secure communication over public networks

C. Increased network traffic

D. Simplified network management

26. True or False: A botnet is a network of infected computers controlled by a malicious actor.

A. True

B. False

27. What is the purpose of network access control (NAC)?

A. To encrypt data

B. To restrict unauthorized access to network resources

C. To back up data

D. To monitor network traffic

28. Which of the following best describes a zero-day exploit?

A. An exploit for a known vulnerability

B. An exploit that is already patched

C. An exploit for an unknown vulnerability

D. An exploit that is not yet discovered

29. What does the acronym RADIUS stand for?

A. Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service

B. Remote Access Dial-In User Service

C. Remote Authentication Data Interface User Service

D. Remote Access Data Interface User Service

30. What is the role of an endpoint detection and response (EDR) system?

A. Encrypting data

B. Detecting and responding to threats on endpoints

C. Monitoring network traffic

D. Backing up data

31. True or False: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) increases security by requiring multiple forms of identification.

A. True

B. False

32. Which of the following is a common characteristic of spyware?

A. Encrypting data

B. Monitoring user activity

C. Deleting files

D. Spreading through emails

33. What is the primary purpose of a security information and event management (SIEM) system?

A. Encrypting data

B. Collecting and analyzing security information

C. Monitoring network traffic

D. Backing up data

34. What does the acronym DNS stand for?

A. Domain Name System

B. Data Network System

C. Domain Network Service

D. Data Name Service

35. Which of the following best describes a botnet?

A. A type of antivirus software

B. A secure network

C. A network of infected computers

D. A type of encryption

36. True or False: The purpose of a honeynet is to attract and study attackers.

A. True

B. False

37. What is a common method to secure data at rest?

A. Using encryption

B. Using a firewall

C. Using a VPN

D. Using HTTPS

38. Which of the following is a key component of a public key infrastructure (PKI)?

A. Antivirus software

B. Digital certificates

C. Firewalls

D. VPNs

39. What is the role of a network intrusion detection system (IDS)?

A. Encrypting data

B. Detecting unauthorized access

C. Monitoring user activity

D. Backing up data

40. What does the acronym WPA2 stand for?

A. Wired Protected Access 2

B. Wireless Protected Access 2

C. Wireless Private Access 2

D. Wired Private Access 2

41. True or False: Network firewalls can block all types of cyber attacks.

A. True

B. False

42. Which of the following is a common method to secure data in transit?

A. Using a firewall

B. Using encryption

C. Using antivirus software

D. Using a honeypot

43. What is the main characteristic of a denial-of-service (DoS) attack?

A. Encrypting data

B. Deleting files

C. Overwhelming a system with traffic

D. Monitoring user activity

44. What does the acronym TLS stand for?

A. Transport Layer Security

B. Transmission Layer Security

C. Transport Layer System

D. Transmission Layer System

45. What is the primary purpose of a DMZ in network security?

A. To create a secure area between the internal network and the internet

B. To monitor user activity

C. To encrypt data

D. To back up data

46. Which of the following is a common characteristic of a botnet?

A. Encrypting data

B. Monitoring user activity

C. Spreading through emails

D. Controlling a network of infected computers

47. What does the acronym ARP stand for?

A. Address Resolution Protocol

B. Address Routing Protocol

C. Application Routing Protocol

D. Application Resolution Protocol

48. True or False: SSL and TLS are the same protocols used interchangeably.

A. True

B. False

49. What is the role of a security incident response team (SIRT)?

A. Encrypting data

B. Backing up data

C. Monitoring network traffic

D. Handling and mitigating security incidents

50. Which of the following is a common method to protect against phishing attacks?

A. Using a firewall

B. Encrypting data

C. Implementing email filters

D. Using a VPN

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