Mod 2.3

Question 1

What is ciphertext?

Answer 1

Text that has been encrypted

Question 2

What is data at rest?

Answer 2

Data that is saved and not currently being used

Question 3

Which of the following is a common protocol for encrypting data in transit?

Answer 3

(HTTPS) HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure

Question 4

What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN) used for?

Answer 4

To create a secure connection over the Internet

Question 5

What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?

Answer 5

Using a password and a second form of verification like a smartphone

Question 6

Which of the following contributes the most to making a password the strongest?

Answer 6

Length

Question 7

Michael is setting up a new router at home. The router comes with no password set by default.

What should Michael do to secure his network?

Answer 7

Set a strong password immediately.

Question 8

What is the highest risk of keeping your passwords in a document on your computer?

Answer 8

The document might get hacked

Question 9

What is a password manager?

Answer 9

A tool that helps you create and store multiple passwords securely.

Question 10

What should you do if you hear about a data breach at a company where you have an account?

Answer 10

Change your password immediately