Quiz 9

Question 1

A compiled code test is used to ensure that the projected application meets all specifications at that point T/F

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The testing stage is a “quality assurance” test to verify that the code functions as intended. T/F

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The BIOS was software that was integrated into the computer’s motherboard. T/F

Answer 3

False

Question 4

When securing a laptop, it can be placed in an office or a desk drawer. T/F

Answer 4

False

Question 5

An automated patch update service is used to manage patches within the enterprise instead of relying on the vendor’s online updates. T/F

Answer 5

True

Question 6

An access log is a record or list of individuals who have permission to enter a secure area, along with the time they entered and the time they left the area. T/F

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Tightening security during the design and coding of an OS is called “locking.” T/F

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Static program analyzers are tools that examine the software without actually executing the program; instead, the source code is reviewed and analyzed. T/F

Answer 8

True

Question 9

One tool for change management is version control software that allows changes to be automatically recorded and if necessary “rolled back” to a previous version of the software. T/F

Answer 9

True

Question 10

In the production stage the application is released to be used in its actual setting. T/F

Answer 10

True

Question 11

Which application development life-cycle model uses a sequential design process?

A) agile
B) linear
C) waterfall
D) serial

Answer 11

C) waterfall

Question 12

An independently rotating large cup affixed to the top of a fence prevents the hands of intruders from gripping the top of a fence to climb over it. What is the name for this technology?

A) bollard
B) fence
C) roller barrier
D) top hat

Answer 12

C) roller barrier

Question 13

What specific software can examine a computer for any infections as well as monitor computer activity and scan new documents that might contain a virus?

A) anti-malware
B) antivirus
C) security applications
D) firewall

Answer 13

B) antivirus

Question 14

Which AV approach uses a variety of techniques to spot the characteristics of a virus instead of attempting to make matches?

A) heuristic monitoring
B) pattern detection
C) hybrid monitoring
D) combination detection

Answer 14

A) heuristic monitoring

Question 15

Anti-virus products typically utilize what type of virus scanning analysis?

A) Static analysis
B) Wildcard scanning analysis
C) Heuristic detection analysis
D) String scanning analysis

Answer 15

A) Static analysis

Question 16

Most portable devices, and some computer monitors have a special steel bracket security slot built into the case, which can be used in conjunction with a:

A) U-lock
B) safe lock
C) shield lock
D) cable lock

Answer 16

D) cable lock

Question 17

A spiked collar that extends horizontally for up to 3 feet from the pole is an example of what kind of technology?

Answer 17

Anti-climb

Question 18

A Wi-Fi enabled microSD card is an example of what type of device?

Answer 18

SDIO

Question 19

How can an area be made secure from a non-secured area via two interlocking doors to a small room?

Using a lockout
Using a mantrap
Using a closet
Using a pit

Answer 19

Using a mantrap

Question 20

In Microsoft Windows, what type of templates are a collection of security configuration settings?

Answer 20

security

Question 21

What type of storage is used on mobile devices?

volatile memory
ROM
RAM
flash memory

Answer 21

flash memory

Question 22

What security concept states a user should only be given the minimum set of permissions required to perform necessary tasks?

least functionality
whitelisting
blacklisting
function limiting

Answer 22

least functionality

Question 23

What monitors emails for spam and other unwanted content to prevent these messages from being delivered?

mail gateway
firewall
router gateway
code emulation

Answer 23

mail gateway

Question 24

What type of OS manages hardware and software on a client computer?

network OS
client OS
workstation OS
appliance OS

Answer 24

workstation OS

Question 25

What type of video surveillance is typically used by banks, casinos, airports, and military installations, and commonly employs guards who actively monitor the surveillance?

A) CCTV
B) ICTV
C) IPTV
D) ITV

Answer 25

A) CCTV

Question 26

What is the name for a cumulative package of all patches and hot-fixes as well as additional features up to a given point?

A) feature pack
B) roll-up
C) service pack
D) patch

Answer 26

C) service pack

Question 27

What software methodology includes security automation?

A) DevOps
B) Secure DevOps
C) Agile
D) Secure Agile

Answer 27

B) Secure DevOps

Question 28

Which of the following are considered to be part of a typical OS security configuration?
(Choose all that apply.)

Disabling unnecessary ports and services
Employing least functionality
Password auditing
Disabling default accounts/passwords

Answer 28

Disabling unnecessary ports and services

Employing least functionality

Question 29

What U.S. government classified standard is intended to prevent attackers from picking up electromagnetic fields from government buildings?

Answer 29

TEMPEST

Question 30

Which of the following are application development stages? (Choose all that apply.)

Answer 30

staging
testing

Question 31

What type of tools are involved in effective patch management? (Choose all that apply.)

Answer 31

patch reception
patch redistribution