Cyber Rookie CSX Fundamentals -
Section 2: Cybersecurity Concepts
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What is the concept of least privilege in cybersecurity?
The principle of least privilege dictates that users are granted the minimum level of access
necessary to perform their tasks, reducing th...
Cyber Rookie CSX Fundamentals -
Section 2: Cybersecurity Concepts
Questions and Answers Rated A+
What is the concept of least privilege in cybersecurity?
✔✔The principle of least privilege dictates that users are granted the minimum level of access
necessary to perform their tasks, reducing the risk of unauthorized actions.
What is a honeypot in cybersecurity?
✔✔A honeypot is a decoy system or resource designed to lure and detect attackers, helping
security professionals study threats and improve defenses.
What is the purpose of data backup in cybersecurity?
✔✔Data backup ensures that copies of important data are stored securely and can be restored in
case of data loss or breach.
What is an APT (Advanced Persistent Threat)?
✔✔An APT is a prolonged and targeted cyber attack in which an attacker gains unauthorized
access to a network and remains undetected for a long time.
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,What does "incident response" refer to in cybersecurity?
✔✔Incident response is the process of detecting, responding to, and recovering from security
breaches or cyber attacks.
What is the role of cybersecurity awareness training for employees?
✔✔Cybersecurity awareness training helps employees recognize potential threats and understand
best practices for protecting sensitive information and systems.
What is a botnet in cybersecurity?
✔✔A botnet is a network of compromised devices controlled remotely by an attacker to carry
out malicious activities, such as DDoS attacks.
What is the concept of "defense in depth" in cybersecurity?
✔✔Defense in depth is a security strategy that uses multiple layers of defense to protect systems
and data from attacks.
What is the purpose of penetration testing in cybersecurity?
✔✔Penetration testing involves simulating cyber attacks on a system to identify vulnerabilities
before malicious actors can exploit them.
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, What does the term "threat" mean in cybersecurity?
✔✔A threat is any potential danger or malicious activity that could exploit a vulnerability in a
system or network.
What is a vulnerability in the context of cybersecurity?
✔✔A vulnerability is a weakness in a system or network that can be exploited by a threat to
cause harm or gain unauthorized access.
What is a cybersecurity attack?
✔✔A cybersecurity attack is an intentional and malicious attempt to breach the security of a
system, network, or device.
What is the difference between a virus and a worm?
✔✔A virus requires a host program to spread, while a worm is a self-replicating program that
can spread without needing a host.
What is a firewall in cybersecurity?
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