Password Management and Security Practices Quiz

Test your knowledge on password management, phishing, encryption, and best practices. Learn about password hashing, salting, MFA, and more.

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for password management?

Using a unique password for each account

Storing passwords in plain text documents

Enabling two-factor authentication

Regularly updating passwords

What does 'phishing' refer to in the context of password security?

A technique for securing passwords

A method used to steal sensitive information by impersonating a trustworthy entity

A type of encryption algorithm

A way to generate strong passwords

What is the recommended minimum length for a strong password?

4 characters

8 characters

12 characters

16 characters

What is the purpose of password entropy?

To measure the strength of a password

To track the frequency of password changes

To determine the expiration date of a password

To store passwords securely

What is the principle of least privilege in password security?

Granting users the highest level of access

Granting users the least amount of access necessary for them to perform their duties

Granting access based on seniority

Granting access based on user popularity

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong password?

A single dictionary word

Short length

Contains a combination of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters

Easily guessable information, like birthdate or pet's name

What is the purpose of using a password manager?

To automatically generate and store complex passwords

To share passwords with others securely

To encrypt files on a computer

To bypass password requirements

What is the recommended frequency for changing passwords?

Every day

Once a week

Every month

Every few months or as needed

What is the purpose of using multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

To simplify the login process

To increase security by requiring multiple forms of identification

To automatically generate passwords

To encrypt data during transmission

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What is the purpose of password hashing?

To make passwords visually appealing

To store passwords in plain text

To convert passwords into irreversible strings of characters

To generate random passwords

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What is the role of salting in password security?

Adding extra flavor to passwords

Increasing the length of passwords

Enhancing security by adding random data to passwords before hashing

Improving password storage efficiency

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What is a common method for protecting passwords during transmission over the internet?

Using plaintext

Using HTTPS (HTTP Secure)

Storing passwords in cookies

Posting passwords on public forums

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What is the purpose of a password policy?

To encourage users to forget their passwords

To standardize password requirements and practices within an organization

To allow users to choose any password they desire

To limit the number of times a user can change their password

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Why is it important to avoid using the same password for multiple accounts?

It simplifies password management

It reduces the risk if one account is compromised

It increases the likelihood of forgetting passwords

It improves password strength

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Why is it important to avoid using personal information in passwords?

Personal information makes passwords easier to remember

Personal information increases the likelihood of social engineering attacks

Personal information enhances password security

Personal information increases password entropy