Classification and Security Procedures Quiz
Test your knowledge on information classification, access control, encryption, and more with our Cybersecurity Quiz!
#1
Which of the following is a basic principle of information classification?
Availability
Integrity
Confidentiality
Accountability
#2
What is the primary purpose of access control in security procedures?
To ensure data integrity
To prevent unauthorized access
To encrypt sensitive information
To monitor system performance
#3
Which of the following is a common authentication factor?
Something you know
Something you see
Something you breathe
Something you feel
#4
What does 'ACL' stand for in the context of security?
Automated Credentialing Layer
Access Control List
Advanced Cryptographic Logic
Application Compatibility Layer
#5
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Trojan
Worm
Spyware
Firewall
#6
In the context of security procedures, what does the term 'phishing' refer to?
A type of malware
A physical security breach
An attempt to obtain sensitive information by deception
A method of encrypting data
#7
What is the purpose of a 'firewall' in network security?
To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network
To provide physical security for computer systems
To detect and remove malware from a system
To manage user authentication and authorization
#8
What does the term 'biometrics' refer to in security systems?
Using biological organisms for data storage
Verifying identity through physical or behavioral characteristics
Encrypting data using biological algorithms
Tracking biological threats in a network
#9
What is the purpose of a 'VPN' (Virtual Private Network) in security?
To create a secure connection over a public network
To physically isolate a private network
To analyze network traffic for security threats
To enhance website performance
#10
What is the purpose of 'Data Loss Prevention' (DLP) software?
To recover lost data from backup systems
To prevent sensitive data from being leaked or lost
To detect and remove viruses from a system
To optimize data storage and retrieval
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic of asymmetric encryption?
Uses the same key for encryption and decryption
Is faster than symmetric encryption
Requires a public and private key pair
Primarily used for bulk data encryption
#12
What is the difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption?
Symmetric encryption uses a single key for both encryption and decryption, while asymmetric encryption uses different keys.
Asymmetric encryption is faster than symmetric encryption.
Symmetric encryption is more secure than asymmetric encryption.
Asymmetric encryption is used for encrypting data at rest, while symmetric encryption is used for encrypting data in motion.
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