CIS ---Computer Security
Which three of the following are factors to consider to help protect the hardware of your digital device?
-Protecting a digital device from magnetic fields -Protecting a digital device from humidity -Protecting a digital device from overheating
Which three of the following may be indications that your system has been hacked?
-Unwanted browser toolbars -Redirected Internet searches -Fake e-mails or social media messages in your account
Where on the Mozilla Firefox screen (as shown in the image) would you click to delete cookies?
Button 4
Safari accepts cookies and website data from which of the following?
Only from websites you visit
In the Settings area of Google Chrome, where would you click first to adjust cookie and site data permissions?
Open the Advanced menu
Often accompanying downloaded apps, a program that appear to be legitimate, but executes an unwanted activity when activated, is called a(n) ____
Trojan
Often a computer virus will arrive with a software download, as a link from a corrupted website, or as an attachment to a(n) ________________
Hardware or software used to keep a computer secure from outside threats such as hackers and viruses by allowing or blocking Internet traffic is called a ____.
firewall
Which component of a network designed to prevent unauthorized Internet intrusions?
firewall
A person who gains unauthorized access to networks in order to steal and corrupt information and data is called a
hacker
Overheating, humidity, and magnetic fields can cause damage to the __ of a digital device
hardware
A typical ___ manager (such as Dashlane or LastPass) is installed as a browser plug in and provides for extremely secure logins.
password
A user account is often identified by a user name. A secret code used to help prevent unauthorized access to data and user accounts is called a ____.
password
What type of server intercepts all messages between client and server to prevent a hacker or other intruder from attacking a network?
proxy
Once the virus is identified the antivirus software attempts to remove the virus from the file. If the software cannot remove the infected file it will send the file to an isolated area on the hard disk called _____
quarantine
Malware that encrypts a computer's data, forcing the victim to purchase a decryption code, is called ___
ransomware
Match the following terms about web cookies to their proper description. Instructions
---Web cookie matches------ Small text file of information created by websites you visit that your web browser stores on your hard disk: -----First-party cookie---- Small text file of information created by a website you visit that keep track of your personal preferences and the current web browsing session ----Third-party cookie --Small text file of information created by a website other than the one you are currently visiting and are used to track your surfing habits and are considered an invasion of privacy
Which two of the following are true about script kiddies?
--Amateur computer hackers with little programming expertise. --Illegally gain access to computer systems using programs (scripts) that others have written.
Select two true statements about fee-based (subscription-based) and free antivirus software programs.
--One of the positives of free antivirus software (other than the cost) is their historically strong malware detection performance --Most fee-based software comes with technical support
Typical firewall programs or hardware devices filter all information coming through the Internet to your network or computer system. Which two of the following are techniques used to minimize the risk of harmful intrusions into a computer or network?
--Packet filters --Proxy servers
Which two of the following statements are true regarding firewalls?
--The Mac OS includes firewall protection. --Having more than one firewall app on your computer may cause conflicts and other problems.
Persistent cookies store information about which two of the following?
--User preferences --Password and username information
An attack using a computer is a ___________
Cyberattack
The software code of a particular computer virus is called the virus
signature
The software code of a particular computer virus is called the virus ___________
signature
Specialized hardware or software that capture packets transmitted over a network are called packet _________
sniffer
Software that infects computers and is created using computer code is called a computer _______________
virus
One of the risks with cookies is ___________
websites using cookies can collect your information and sell it to third parties
Computer experts who attempt to hack into a network to ensure that it is protected against intrusions are called ____________hat hackers.
white
Safety-shield employs computer experts who test the security measures of an organization's information systems to ensure they are protected against intrusions. These Safety-shield employees are called _____.
white hat hackers
A destructive program that replicates itself throughout a single computer or across a network is called a __.
worm
Select three privacy risks associated with cookies.
--Websites can track your surfing behavior and create a profile. --Websites using cookies can collect your information and sell it to third parties. --Corporate and government entities can track your web behavior.
Which three of the following are considered cybercrimes?
-Cyberbullying -Data theft -Intentional data corruption
Put the following steps in the correct order for setting restrictions in Mac OS X.
1. Select Sytem Preferences, then click Parental Control 2. Click the lock icon to unlock it, then enter an administrator name and password 3. Select a user, then click one of the tabs along the top.
Put the following steps in the correct order to set parental controls in Mac OS X
1. Select system preferences, then click Parental controls 2. Click the lock icon to unlock it, then enter an administrator name and password 3. Select a user, then click Enabled Parental Control 4. If the user is not in the list, click Add, then fill in the name, account, and password information to create a new user
Which three of the following settings can you restrict in the Mac OS?
1. Which apps the user can access 2. Restrict user's access to other people through Game Center, Mail, and Messages 3. Limit access to specific websites
Developed by Cisco and used by firewalls, routers, and computers that are part of a network and are connected to the Internet, Network __________Translation provides a type of firewall protection by hiding internal IP addresses.
Address
On the Chrome Settings menu, where would you click first to adjust cookie and site data permissions?
Advanced
A crime in which a computer is the object of the crime or is used to commit a criminal offense is called ___________________
Cybercrime
A hacker launches an attack on a network that is designed to interrupt or stop network traffic by flooding it with too many requests. This is called a _____ attack
DDoS or DoS
To delete cookies in Safari, click
Preferences
Harming or harassing a person or group of people via information technology and networks in a repeated and deliberate manner is called
cyberbullying
Often, to actually launch an attack on a computer, a virus must be opened and ___
run
Wyatt is a hacker with little programming expertise who uses programs that others have written in an attempt to access networks. Wyatt is a(n) _____.
script kiddie
Stored in temporary memory, _____________ cookies are used to analyze and measure traffic on a web page.
session
After opening the Settings and more menu in Edge (as in the image) where would you click to adjust cookies?
settings
Mary uses computers and the internet to launch attacks against computer systems for political or ideological reasons. Mary is considered a cyber ___________
terrorist
Which two of the following are ways to safely download antivirus software?
-Download the software from a trusted site like www.cnet.com -Download the software from a known antivirus software vendor
This is the Control Panel in Windows. Which number would you click to adjust your firewall settings
1
Most viruses are hidden as a link from a corrupted website, an attachment to downloaded software, or as an attachment to a(n) ___.
If you adjust your cookie settings in Chrome, your cookie settings in Firefox are automatically adjusted to match those of Chrome. Multiple choice question. True
False
Which one of the following statements is true when comparing fee-based antivirus software to free antivirus software?
Fee-based antivirus software often provides more features than free anti-virus software.
Stored on a user's hard drive, cookies that collect information about user preferences, password and username information, IP address, and data on web-surfing behavior are referred to as _______ cookies.
Persistent
Wyatt needs a password for his school's e-mail system. Which password is the most secure?
Xj9%ft7
A computer that has been taken over by a hacker, typically by using a rootkit, is referred to as a ___
Zombie
Heuristic and signature-based detection are two techniques used by ___ software.
antivirus
A computer program that scans files to identify and remove computer viruses and other malicious programs is called _____
antivirus software
It is important to think before you click when you ______________software from the Web.
downloading
A spear-phishing attack is a phishing attack that targets a specific individual. This is commonly launched with a(n) ___
e-mail virus
You can change your Firefox settings to allow you to do which three of the following?
-approve cookies storage requests -delete stored cookies automatically when you start Firefox -deny cookie storage requests
There are a variety of cookie settings that can be adjusted in Google Chrome including which 3 of the following?
-deleting cookies. -making exceptions for cookies from specific websites or domains. -blocking/allowing cookies by default.
Click and drag on elements in order Changing your cookie preferences or removing cookies and other website data in Safari may change or remove them in other apps, including Dashboard. Be cautious when adjusting cookie settings in Safari. Put the following steps in the correct order for adjusting cookie settings.
1. Choose Safari 2. Click Preferences 3. Click Privacy 4. Change cookie settings
Put the following steps in the correct order for navigating to the Windows firewall area.
1. Click the Start button 2. Click the Settings icon 3. Click Update & Security 4. Click Windows Security
You need to adjust cookie and data permission settings in Google Chrome. Put the following steps in the correct order for adjusting cookie and site data permission settings in Google Chrome.
1. Click the chrome menu on the browser toolbar then select settings 2. Click show advanced settings. In the "Privacy" section, click the Content settings button 3. In the "cookies" section change the desired cookies settings
Which three of the following you should consider in the settings area of each browser?
1. Decide from which sites you want to allow cookies 2. Deleting cookies 3. Blocking or customizing your cookie settings
Put the following steps in the correct order for turning on Parental Controls in Microsoft Windows
1. Open Parental Controls 2. Click the standard user account that you want to set Parental Controls for 3. Under Parental Controls click "On" then enforce current settings 4. Adjust time limits, access to specific programs, access to specific websites
Cyberattacks include which three of the following?
1. Pharming 2. Distributed denial-of-service (DDOS) attacks 3. Identity theft using a computer or network
Which area of the Control Panel screen in Windows allows you to adjust Parental Controls?
3
A ________ hat hacker breaks into computer systems with the intent of causing damage or stealing data.
Black
What type of hacker breaks into computer systems with the intent of causing damage or stealing data?
Black hat hacker
After you have clicked the Privacy tab in Safari, which of the following are ways to efficiently remove cookies and stored data?
Click Remove All Website Data, or click Details then select one or more websites, then click Remove.
An attack on a network that is designed to interrupt or stop network traffic by flooding it with too many requests is called a distributed _____________ of service attack.
Denial
Match the following terms to their proper description.
Firewalls----- Help protect against worms and hackers: Firewall programs help protect against worms and hackers. Anti-virus programs ---Help protect against viruses: Anti-virus programs help to protect your system from a variety of virus threats. Anti-malware apps ---Help protect against malware: Anti-malware apps help protect against a variety of malicious programs.
Firewall software used to block a user's access to specific Internet content is called a(n) _____ filter.
Internet
The technology that provides a type of firewall protection by hiding internal IP addresses is called
NAT (Network Address Translation)
Which three of the following are well-known e-mail attacks?
Phishing Keystroke-logging Trojan Ransomware
An Internet filter is firewall software used to block a user's access to specific Internet content. An Internet filter can be installed on which three of the following?
Server Router Computer
Kevin needs to create a password to access his bank's online banking system. He is considering the passwords below. Which is most secure?
Sxf6512@fg%
To adjust cookies in Edge, where would you click first?
The 3-dot "Settings and more" icon
On a MacIntosh home screen, which of the following you would click to access adjust parental control settings?
The Apple Menu
A program that appears legitimate, but executes an unwanted activity when activated is called a _____________horse virus.
Trojan
Small text files created by websites you visit that your web browser stores on your hard disk are called
cookies
The deliberate misuse of computers and networks, _____ use malicious code to modify the normal operations of a computer or network.
cyberattacks
A deliberate misuse of computers and networks via the Internet that uses malicious code to modify the normal operations of a computer or network is called a
cyberattact
Harming or harassing via information technology and networks in a repeated and deliberate manner is called _________
cyberbullying
A crime in which a computer is the object of the crime or is used to commit a criminal offense is called
cybercrime
When a computer is used to commit a crime it is considered a ___.
cybercrime
A person who uses computers and the Internet to launch attacks against computer systems for political or ideological reasons is called a _____.
cyberterrorist
A computer that has been taken over by a hacker, typically by using a rootkit, is referred to as a ______. An army of these are used to launch denial of service (DoS) attacks.
zombie
Which three of the following statements are true regarding passwords and passcodes?
-The terms passcode and key are synonymous for password -Passwords can be used to secure computers, networks, software, personal accounts, and digital devices -Keys are often generated by encryption software or by the vendor who produced the software
What type of cookie is stored in temporary memory and is lost when the web browser is closed?
Session
It is important to think before you click when you _____________ software from the Web
downloading
Juan attempts to gain unauthorized access to networks. Juan would be considered a _____.
hacker
Hacking computer systems for politically or socially motivated purposes is called _____.
hacktivism
A category of cyberterrorism that focuses on hacking computer systems for politically or socially motivated purposes is ___________
haktivisim
Antivirus programs use a variety of techniques to identify and remove viruses and malware. Two of the most common techniques are:
heuristic-based detection signature-based detection
A form of spyware that records all actions typed on a keyboard is called a ____________ logger.
keystroke
A virus written in a macro language and placed within a document or spreadsheet is called a _____
macro virus
Experts suggest using password ___________ software to keep your passwords safe.
management
