Understanding Network Security and Threats

What is the primary goal of network security?

• To ensure only authorized users can access necessary resources

• To provide free internet access

• To allow unrestricted access to all users

• To monitor user activities online

Who are black hat hackers?

• Government-employed hackers

• Individuals hacking for a hobby

• Hackers with malicious intent

• Security experts hired by companies

What is malware designed to do?

• Improve computer performance

• Protect against unauthorized access

• Enhance network speeds

• Cause harm or frustration to users

What is a DDOS attack?

• A defensive measure against hackers

• A type of firewall

• A software update process

• A synchronized attack from multiple systems

What is social engineering in the context of network security?

• Manipulating people into divulging confidential information

• Designing algorithms for social networks

• Building physical infrastructure for networks

• Engineering software for social media platforms

What technique is used in phishing attacks?

• Sending malware through email

• Tricking users into revealing personal information

• Blocking user access to websites

• Encrypting user files for ransom

What is the function of a firewall?

• To steal personal information

• To increase internet speed

• To monitor and control network traffic

• To infect computers with viruses

What is the role of anti-malware software?

• To increase data download speeds

• To create backups of files

• To detect and remove malicious software

• To encrypt files

What does encryption do to data?

• Deletes it after a certain period

• Converts it into an unreadable format

• Sends the data to a remote server

• Duplicates the data for backup

Why are people considered the biggest vulnerability in network security?

• Because they can physically damage the hardware

• Because they require expensive software

• Because they can be manipulated or make errors

• Because they do not use the internet