Security and Compliance Awareness Quiz

Denial of Service (DoS) is a type of cyberattack that disrupts access to a service, but it is not a social engineering technique.

HTTPS stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure, providing secure communication over a computer network.

A firewall's purpose in network security is to monitor and control the flow of incoming and outgoing traffic.

A VPN's primary purpose is to offer secure remote access to a private network over the internet.

A virus needs user interaction, while a worm can spread automatically without user involvement.

A fingerprint scan is an example of two-factor authentication, requiring both a password and a biometric factor for access.

SQL injection is a cyberattack method used to gain unauthorized access to a database by injecting malicious SQL code.

GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation, a legal framework for data protection and privacy.

MAC filtering is a common method to secure wireless networks by controlling access based on device MAC addresses.

A security camera is an example of physical security, providing surveillance and monitoring.

A zero-day vulnerability is a security flaw that has not been exploited or disclosed publicly.

An Intrusion Detection System (IDS) aims to identify and respond to suspicious activities or security breaches in a network.

The purpose of a security policy is to establish guidelines and procedures for safeguarding an organization's assets and data.

Phishing is an attempt to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, often through fraudulent emails or websites.