6.3: PRACTICE NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING

What is the first step in troubleshooting a security issue?

• Implementing new security measures

• Identifying the problem

• Notifying users about the issue

• Contacting technical support

Which of the following is NOT considered a common security issue?

• Phishing attacks

• Software vulnerabilities

• Regular software updates

• Weak passwords

What is the primary goal of resolving a security issue?

• Preventing future occurrences

• Hiding the issue from users

• Ignoring the problem

• Documenting the problem

Which action is recommended to mitigate the risk of malware infections?

• Disabling antivirus software

• Downloading files from untrusted sources

• Keeping software updated

• Sharing passwords with colleagues

What type of attack involves an attacker attempting to obtain sensitive information by pretending to be a legitimate entity?

• Denial-of-service attack

• Man-in-the-middle attack

• Phishing attack

• Buffer overflow attack

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of a potential security breach?

• Unexplained changes in system settings

• Decreased network traffic

• Unauthorized access to files

• Decreased network traffic

What is the purpose of conducting regular security audits?

• To identify and address security vulnerabilities

• To increase system performance

• To generate revenue for the company

• To train employees on security protocols

Which of the following is a recommended practice for securing wireless networks?

• Using default network settings

• Disabling encryption

• Enabling MAC address filtering

• Broadcasting the network SSID

What is the primary reason for implementing data encryption?

• To make data easier to access

• To protect data from unauthorized access

• To increase network speed

• To reduce storage space requirements

What should be the immediate response to a suspected security breach?

• Ignore the issue and hope it resolves itself

• Document the incident for future reference

• Disconnect affected systems from the network

• Inform management after a week