Question 1

Which term is used to describe individuals who want to attack computers yet lack the knowledge of computers and networks needed to do so?

Accepted Answer

A)  cybercriminal
B)  hacker
C)  script kiddies
D)  cyberterroristE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 2

In information security,which of the following is an example of a threat actor?

Accepted Answer

A)  a force of nature such as a tornado that could destroy computer equipment
B)  a virus that attacks a computer network
C)  a person attempting to break into a secure computer network
D)  all of the aboveE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

In what kind of attack can attackers make use of millions of computers under their control in an attack against a single server or network?

Accepted Answer

A)  centered
B)  local
C)  remote
D)  distributedE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 4

Select the term that best describes automated attack software?

Accepted Answer

A)  open-source utility
B)  insider software
C)  open-source intelligence
D)  intrusion applicationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

What term refers to an action that provides an immediate solution to a problem by cutting through the complexity that surrounds it?

Accepted Answer

A)  unicorn
B)  approved action
C)  secure solution
D)  silver bulletE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

What type of diversity is being implemented if a company is using multiple security products from different manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

A)  multiple-product security
B)  manufacturer diversity
C)  vendor diversity
D)  vendor-control securityE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

What class of attacks use innovative attack tools and once a system is infected it silently extracts data over an extended period?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inside Attacks
B)  Advanced Persistent Threat
C)  Embedded Attacks
D)  Modified ThreatE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

What type of theft involves stealing another person's personal information,such as a Social Security number,and then using the information to impersonate the victim,generally for financial gain?

Accepted Answer

A)  cyberterrorism
B)  identity theft
C)  phishing
D)  social scamE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Successful attacks are usually not from software that is poorly designed and has architecture/design weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Describe the security principle of simplicity.

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In information security,which of the following is an example of a threat actor?

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What type of theft involves stealing another person's personal information,such as a Social Security number,and then using the information to impersonate the victim,generally for financial gain?

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Which term is used to describe individuals who want to attack computers yet lack the knowledge of computers and networks needed to do so?

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Select the term that best describes automated attack software?

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What class of attacks use innovative attack tools and once a system is infected it silently extracts data over an extended period?

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Describe the security principle of simplicity.

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