Understanding Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

What types of technology products can have vulnerabilities?

• Only software applications

• Only hardware devices

• Operating systems, software applications, and hardware devices

• Only operating systems

Who can access the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) database?

• Only government agencies

• Only cybersecurity professionals

• Anyone

• Only software developers

What is the range of the severity score given to Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures?

• 1-10

• 1-100

• 1-50

• 1-5

Should you install updates on your system?

• No, they are unnecessary

• Yes, they are important for security

• Only if the system is malfunctioning

• Only if recommended by a friend

What is the least important thing you can do to secure a system?

• Install updates

• Use strong passwords

• Remove unneeded services

• None of the above

How can you help secure your system?

• By installing more software

• By removing unneeded or unnecessary services

• By ignoring security alerts

• By disabling the firewall

A ___________ is a tweak to the OS code that will fix an issue in how it runs or compatibility with devices and applications.

• Patch

• Virus

• Malware

• Update

Which of the following is the MOST effective way for an administrator to determine what security holes reside on a network?

• Guessing potential vulnerabilities

• Conducting a vulnerability assessment

• Asking users for feedback

• Installing more software

Before deciding on hardening procedures for your organization, it is a good idea to use _____________________ as a reference for best practices.

• Personal experience

• Industry standards and guidelines

• Random online forums

• Social media advice

You are visiting a website and accidentally click on a link to accept free software. Which tool will keep the software from installing on your PC?

• Antivirus software

• Firewall

• Pop-up blocker

• Ad blocker