Test 2

Question 1

Which of the following is the FIRST step in implementing a secure network?

Answer 1

Conducting a risk assessment

Question 2

What is the primary function of a security management process?

Answer 2

To assess and minimize risk to an organization

Question 3

the MOST secure way to transmit a secret message using public key cryptography?

Answer 3

Encrypting the message with the recipient’s public key and transmitting it over a public network

Question 4

the MOST important consideration when updating firmware on a device?

Answer 4

Compatibility with the device’s hardware

Question 4

the FIRST indicator of effective communication in DR (Disaster Recovery)?

Answer 4

Ensuring all stakeholders understand the plan and their roles

Question 4

the MOST commonly used for data transmission in the transport layer of the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) reference model?

Answer 4

TCP

Question 5

We are using the OSI model to categorize attacks and threats. Which of these are COMMON layer 2 threats?

Answer 5

ARP spoofing

Question 5

the BEST way to ensure that physical addresses are unique and not duplicated in a network?

Answer 5

Use MAC addresses

Question 6

What is the FIRST step in implementing a secure network?

Answer 6

Conduct a thorough security assessment

Question 7

What is the MOST important factor to consider when installing network cabling?

Answer 7

The speed and bandwidth of the cables

Question 8

cloud services is the MOST cost cost-effective for a small community organization?

Answer 8

Community cloud

Question 9

the MOST important factor when considering the risk of a security vulnerability?

Answer 9

The potential impact of the vulnerability being exploited

Question 10

What is the primary difference between a white hat hacker and a black hat hacker?

Answer 10

White hat hackers operate with the goal of uncovering vulnerabilities and fixing them, while black hat hackers operate with the goal of exploiting vulnerabilities for personal gain.

Question 11

the PRIMARY indicator for conducting a risk analysis as a step in risk assessment?

Answer 11

Impact of potential loss

Question 12

In the context of cryptography, what is the main purpose of a hash function?

Answer 12

To create a unique representation of data

Question 13

the FIRST indicator to consider when evaluating the effectiveness of a biometric authentication system?

Answer 13

LOWEST CER

Question 14

What is the MOST effective way to capture and store large amounts of data?

Answer 14

Automated data capture

Question 15

the MOST important indicator of effective governance in an organization?

Answer 15

Development of a strong and clear code of ethics

Question 16

What is the FIRST step in implementing a successful disaster recovery plan for personnel?

Answer 16

Identifying and prioritizing critical personnel roles and functions.

Question 17

Which of the following is the PRIMARY benefit of using Software as a Service (SaaS)?

Answer 17

It reduces IT costs and maintenance.

Question 18

Which of the following is the PRIMARY security concern when using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)?
Inefficient

Answer 18

Unauthorized access to the network

Question 19

Which cloud service model is considered the MOST flexible in terms of customization and management options?

Answer 19

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

Question 20

Which of the following is the MOST important factor when implementing a baseline security policy?

Answer 20

Considering the organization’s unique needs

Question 21

A new network administrator is asking questions about a security audit we are having done. What would you explain to her it is?

Answer 21

A security audit is a review of an organization’s security measures to ensure they are effective and compliant with industry standards.

Question 22

DAD

Answer 22

Disclosure, Alteration, and Destruction

Question 23

What is the HIGHEST priority in incident management?

Answer 23

Restoring normal operations

Question 24

the LEAST effective method for securing a network from unauthorized access?

Answer 24

Disabling guest accounts