How can DoS attacks be detected and responded to?

By monitoring network traffic for unusual patterns and behaviors

What is a common prevention technique against DoS attacks?

Regularly updating software and patches

What ethical consideration is relevant when discussing Denial of Service (DoS) attacks in ethical hacking and cybersecurity?

DoS attacks should only be performed with explicit authorization in controlled environments.

What is a characteristic of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack?

It involves multiple systems working together to launch the attack.

In a DDoS attack, what role does a botnet play? Options: a) It prevents unauthorized access to a system, b) It distributes malware to target systems, c) It controls a network of compromised devices to launch an attack, d) It filters out malicious traffic

It controls a network of compromised devices to launch an attack.

What is DNS spoofing?

An attack where an attacker introduces false DNS responses to a DNS resolver, causing it to return incorrect IP addresses.

How does DNS spoofing work?

By intercepting or predicting a DNS query and sending a spoofed response before the legitimate response arrives.

During an IP address spoofing attack, what does an attacker do?

Use another device's IP address

Which statement is true about ARP? Options: An ARP cache cannot be manually deleted. ARP entries are cached permanently. ARP entries are cached temporarily.

ARP entries are cached temporarily.

What is Bluejacking in the context of Bluetooth threats?

Sending unsolicited messages to a device.

What does Bluebugging allow an attacker to do? A) Send spam messages, B) Steal personal data, C) Install a backdoor and remotely control the device, D) Block device communications

Install a backdoor and remotely control the device

What happens when you disable Bluetooth from the Control Center or Quick Settings on a mobile device?

Bluetooth is disabled temporarily and will turn back on the next day.

Why should you avoid sharing sensitive information or images via Bluetooth?

It can be intercepted by unauthorized users.

What is recommended to secure your Bluetooth devices?

Always install the latest updates for devices and Bluetooth software.

What are wireless signals susceptible to?

Electromagnetic interference (EMI), radio frequency interference (RFI), and lightning strikes

Why is RF jamming considered problematic?

It can disable more devices than intended

What is a Rogue Access Point in the context of wireless networks?

A wireless access point installed on a network without authorization.

What is the primary risk associated with an Evil Twin attack?

It enables the attacker to analyze and intercept network traffic.

What should you do to ensure safety while using public Wi-Fi according to the image?

Confirm the name of the network

According to the image, what is crucial for protecting your device when using public Wi-Fi?

Ensuring the Anti-Virus is up to date and running

What is the primary function of a VPN?

To disguise your actual network IP address and encrypt internet traffic

Which of the following is a use case for enterprise VPN usage? Faster access to entertainment content, Remote access to the organization network, Anonymous torrent downloading, Bypassing workplace internet restrictions

Remote access to the organization network

What can your ISP (Internet Service Provider) do when you are not using a VPN?

It can provide you with an IP address and may keep records of your website visits.

Who can see your IP address and browsing activity when you are not using a VPN?

Anyone monitoring the network such as company IT, hackers, or government.

What is a risk associated with data on HTTPS websites when using an insecure network?

The data can be captured before encryption.

What is the primary function of a VPN?

To replace your IP address to protect your identity.

According to the image, what happens to the data when using a VPN?

The data is encrypted, making it unreadable to anyone except the destination website

How does a VPN affect data transfer when using public networks?

It creates secure data transfer

Which of the following is a con of using a VPN? Increases privacy as your ISP will not have record of online activity, Allows access to location restricted online content, VPN providers can use your device as a relay station, Creates secure data transfer on public networks

VPN providers can use your device as a relay station

What is a risk associated with unreliable VPN providers?

They may sell user tracking data to advertisers.

Network and System Threats (I) Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between ipconfig and ifconfig?

Back

ipconfig is for Windows TCP/IP configuration: ifconfig is for Linux interface configuration

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What protocol does the 'ping' command use?

Back

ICMP

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the 'netstat' command do?

Back

Monitors network connections to and from host

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are ipconfig and ifconfig mainly used for?

Back

Network troubleshooting

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does ARP stand for?

Back

Address Resolution Protocol

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

______ allows a user to remotely connect and control another system.

Back

SSH

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the primary goal of a Denial of Service (DoS) attack in ethical hacking?

Back

To disrupt or disable network services

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