CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Quiz with Complete Solutions
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CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals
CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Quiz
with Complete Solutions
What is the difference between a virus and a worm in cybersecurity?
A virus requires user action to spread, while a worm can replicate and spread without user
intervention.
What does two-factor authentication (2FA) add to accou...
CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Quiz
with Complete Solutions
What is the difference between a virus and a worm in cybersecurity?
✔✔ A virus requires user action to spread, while a worm can replicate and spread without user
intervention.
What does two-factor authentication (2FA) add to account security?
✔✔ Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring two forms of
verification, such as a password and a code sent to a device.
What is a denial-of-service (DoS) attack?
✔✔ A DoS attack is an attempt to overwhelm a system, server, or network with excessive traffic,
rendering it inaccessible to legitimate users.
What is the purpose of patch management in cybersecurity?
✔✔ Patch management ensures that software and systems are updated to fix vulnerabilities and
prevent exploitation.
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, What is a zero-day vulnerability?
✔✔ A zero-day vulnerability is a software flaw that is unknown to the vendor and for which no
patch or fix is available.
What is the purpose of penetration testing?
✔✔ Penetration testing is conducted to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in a system to assess
its security.
What is social engineering in the context of cybersecurity?
✔✔ Social engineering is the manipulation of individuals to gain access to confidential
information or systems.
What is a vulnerability in the context of cybersecurity?
✔✔ A vulnerability is a weakness in a system or network that can be exploited to gain
unauthorized access or cause harm.
What does the principle of least privilege ensure in cybersecurity?
✔✔ It ensures that users have only the minimum level of access needed to perform their tasks.
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