Security+ Implementing Host Based Security

Which of the following is an example of a host-based security control?

• Network Access Control
• Anti-malware software
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• Firewalls
• VPNs

Which of the following is a common method used to protect sensitive information stored on a host system?

• Firewalls
• Access control
• Patch management
• Encryption
• Intrusion detection

What is the role of a host-based intrusion detection system (HIDS)?

• To prevent brute force attacks
• To block unauthorized access to a network
• To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
• To scan for vulnerabilities in the OS
• To detect and respond to malware infections

What is the purpose of a host-based firewall?

• To prevent unauthorized access to a network
• To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
• To control inbound and outbound network traffic
• To detect and respond to intrusion attempts
• To encrypt network communications

What is the purpose of host hardening?

• To encrypt network communications
• To disable unnecessary services and ports
• To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
• To implement strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
• To detect and respond to malware infections

What is the purpose of an antivirus software?

• To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
• To encrypt network communications
• To prevent unauthorized access to a network
• To detect and respond to intrusion attempts
• To protect against malware infections

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for host-based security?

• Implementing strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
• Disabling unnecessary services and ports
• Enforcing user access controls and permissions
• Enabling and configuring a host-based firewall
• Regularly updating the operating system and applications

Which of the following is a characteristic of host-based security controls?

• They require a high level of technical expertise to configure and manage
• They can only detect known malware signatures
• They are implemented on network devices such as routers and switches
• They focus on protecting individual hosts or systems
• They are primarily used to monitor network traffic

What is the purpose of a host-based access control system?

• To protect against malware infections
• To detect and respond to attacks on a network
• To monitor network traffic for malicious activity
• To limit access to a host system based on user credentials
• To encrypt network communications

Which of the following is an example of a host-based encryption method?

• AES
• WPA2-Enterprise
• IPsec
• SSL/TLS
• BitLocker