Cybersecurity and Smart Buildings futures

Question 1

What characterizes a “man-in-the-middle” attack?

Answer 1

A “man-in-the-middle” (MITM) attack is a type of cybersecurity threat where a malicious actor intercepts and potentially alters communication between two parties without their knowledge.
1. Interception
2. Eavesdropping
3. Data manipulation
4. Impersonation
5. Session Hijacking

Question 2

What characterizes a “denial of service” attack?

Answer 2

(DoS) attack is a type of cyber attack aimed at disrupting the normal functioning of a computer system, network, or service by overwhelming it with a flood of illegitimate requests or traffic.

Question 3

What is the primary function of personalization software?

Answer 3

The primary function of personalization software is to tailor and customize user experiences based on individual preferences, behavior, demographics, and other relevant data.
* User profiling
*Data analysis
* Content Recommendations
* Customized interface
* Dynamic content
etc

Question 4

What is the difference between artificial general intelligence and narrow artificial
intelligence?

Answer 4

AGI aims to replicate human-level intelligence and perform a wide range of tasks across multiple domains, while ANI focuses on specific tasks or domains and lacks the general cognitive abilities of humans.

Question 5

What are typical uses of anomaly detection techniques in assisted-living houses?

Answer 5

anomaly detection techniques play a crucial role in assisted-living houses by providing continuous monitoring, early detection of abnormalities or emergencies, and timely intervention to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of residents.
* Fall detection
* Abnormal activity detection
* Sleep monitoring
* Emergency detection