CSNT 280 Quiz Review
In what year was the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act passed? 1976 1980 1986 1996
1986
When using a target drive that is FAT32 formatted, what is the maximum size limitation for split files? 512 MB 2 GB 1 TB 1 PB
2 GB
In order to qualify for the Certified Computer Forensic Technician, Basic Level certification, how many hours of computer forensics training are required? 10 20 30 40
40
Which RAID type provides increased speed and data storage capability, but lacks redundancy? RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 0+1 RAID 5
RAID 0
Which RAID type utilizes mirrored striping, providing fast access and redundancy? RAID 1 RAID 3 RAID 5 RAID 10
RAID 10
Which RAID type utilizes a parity bit and allows for the failure of one drive without losing data? RAID 1 RAID 2 RAID 3 RAID 5
RAID 5
Which option below is not a hashing function used for validation checks? RC4 MD5 SHA-1 CRC32
RC4
_______ is not recommended for a digital forensics workstation. A text editor tool A write-blocker device An SCSI card Remote access software
Remote access software
Which option below is not a recommendation for securing storage containers? The container should be located in a restricted area. Only authorized access should be allowed, and it should be kept to a minimum. Evidence containers should remain locked when they aren't under direct supervision. Rooms with evidence containers should have a secured wireless network.
Rooms with evidence containers should have a secured wireless network.
Which of the following is not done when preparing for a case? Describe the nature of the case. Identify the type of OS. Set up covert surveillance. Determine whether you can seize the computer or digital device.
Set up covert surveillance.
A TEMPEST facility is designed to accomplish which of the following goals? Prevent data loss by maintaining consistent backups. Shield sensitive computing systems and prevent electronic eavesdropping of computer emissions. Ensure network security from the Internet using comprehensive security software. Protect the integrity of data.
Shield sensitive computing systems and prevent electronic eavesdropping of computer emissions.
As a general rule, what should be done by forensics experts when a suspect computer is seized in a powered-on state? The power cable should be pulled. The system should be shut down gracefully. The power should be left on. The decision should be left to the Digital Evidence First Responder (DEFR).
The decision should be left to the Digital Evidence First Responder (DEFR).
_______ is responsible for creating and monitoring lab policies for staff, and provides a safe and secure workplace for staff and evidence. The lab manager The lab investigator The lab secretary The lab steward
The lab manager
In order to qualify for the Advanced Certified Computer Forensic Technician certification, a candidate must have _______ years of hands-on experience in computer forensics investigations. two three five six
five
A _______ is not a private sector organization. small to medium business large corporation non-government organization hospital
hospital
Within the fdisk interactive menu, what character should be entered to view existing partitions? l p o d
l
To create a new primary partition within the fdisk interactive utility, which letter should be typed? c p l n
n
Hardware and software errors or incompatibilities are a common problem when dealing with older hard drives. True False
True
If you turn evidence over to law enforcement and begin working under their direction, you have become an agent of law enforcement, and are subject to the same restrictions on search and seizure as a law enforcement agent. True False
True
Most digital investigations in the private sector involve misuse of computing assets. True False
True
State public disclosure laws apply to state records, but FOIA allows citizens to request copies of public documents created by federal agencies. True False
True
Which open-source acquisition format is capable of producing compressed or uncompressed image files, and uses the .afd extension for segmented image files? Advanced Forensics Disk Advanced Forensic Format Advanced Capture Image Advanced Open Capture
Advanced Forensic Format
What is the name of the Microsoft solution for whole disk encryption? DriveCrypt TrueCrypt BitLocker SecureDrive
BitLocker
What certification program, sponsored by ISC2, requires knowledge of digital forensics, malware analysis, incident response, e-discovery, and other disciplines related to cyber investigations? Certified Computer Crime Investigator Certified Forensic Computer Examiner Certified Cyber Forensics Professional EnCase Certified Examiner
Certified Cyber Forensics Professional
Candidates who complete the IACIS test successfully are designated as a _______. Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) Certified Forensics Investigator (CFI) Certified Investigative Forensics Examiner (CIFE) Certified Investigative Examiner (CIE)
Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE)
After a judge approves and signs a search warrant, the _______ is responsible for the collection of evidence as defined by the warrant. Digital Evidence Recorder Digital Evidence Specialist Digital Evidence First Responder Digital Evidence Scene Investigator
Digital Evidence First Responder
How often should hardware be replaced within a forensics lab? Every 6 to 12 months Every 12 to 18 months Every 18 to 24 months Every 24 to 30 months
Every 12 to 18 months
According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), digital forensics involves scientifically examining and analyzing data from computer storage media so that it can be used as evidence in court. True False
False
All suspected industrial espionage cases should be treated as civil case investigations. True False
False
Because they are outdated, ribbon cables should not be considered for use within a forensics lab. True False
False
Computer-stored records are data the system maintains, such as system log files and proxy server logs. True False
False
_______ is a common cause for lost or corrupted evidence. public access Not having enough people on the processing team Having an undefined security perimeter Professional curiosity
Professional curiosity
What does FRE stand for? Federal Rules of Evidence Federal Regulations for Evidence Federal Rights for Everyone Federal Rules for Equipment
Federal Rules of Evidence
You must abide by the _______ while collecting evidence. Fourth Amendment Federal Rules of Evidence state's Rules of Evidence Fifth Amendment
Fourth Amendment
_______ is the term for a statement that is made by someone other than an actual witness to the event while testifying at a hearing. Second-party evidence Rumor Fiction Hearsay
Hearsay
Which technology below is not a hot-swappable technology? USB-3 FireWire 1394A SATA IDE
IDE
_______ are a special category of private sector businesses, due to their ability to investigate computer abuse committed by employees only, but not customers. Hospitals ISPs Law firms News networks
ISPs
Which Microsoft OS below is the least intrusive to disks in terms of changing data? Windows 95 Windows XP Windows 7 MS-DOS 6.22
MS-DOS 6.22
What should you do while copying data on a suspect's computer that is still live? Open files to view contents. Make notes regarding everything you do. Conduct a Google search of unknown extensions using the computer. Check Facebook for additional suspects.
Make notes regarding everything you do.
_______ describes the characteristics of a safe storage container. ISO2960 NISPOM SSO 990 STORSEC
NISPOM
_______ can be used to restore backup files directly to a workstation. Belarc Advisor Norton Ghost ProDiscover Photorec
Norton Ghost
A disaster recovery plan ensures that workstations and file servers can be restored to their original condition in the event of a catastrophe. True False
True
A forensics investigator should verify that acquisition tools can copy data in the HPA of a disk drive. True False
True
An emergency situation under the PATRIOT Act is defined as the immediate risk of death or personal injury, such as finding a bomb threat in an e-mail. True False
True
To investigate employees suspected of improper use of company digital assets, a company policy statement about misuse of digital assets allows corporate investigators to conduct covert surveillance with little or no cause, and access company computer systems and digital devices without a warrant. True False
True
User groups for a specific type of system can be very useful in a forensics investigation. True False
True
The ImageUSB utility can be used to create a bootable flash drive. True False
True
The recording of all updates made to a workstation or machine is referred to as configuration management. True False
True
When seizing digital evidence in criminal investigations, whose standards should be followed? U.S. DOJ ISO/IEC IEEE ITU
U.S. DOJ
Which option below is not a Linux Live CD meant for use as a digital forensics tool? Penguin Sleuth Kali Linux Ubuntu CAINE
Ubuntu
Which court case established that it is not necessary for computer programmers to testify in order to authenticate computer-generated records? United States v. Wong United States v. Carey United States v. Salgado United States v. Walser
United States v. Salgado
Which option below is not one of the recommended practices for maintaining a keyed padlock? Appoint a key custodian. Take inventory of all keys when the custodian changes. Use a master key. Change locks and keys annually.
Use a master key.
A(n) _______________ notifies end users that the organization owning the computer equipment reserves the right to inspect or search computer systems and network traffic at will. Warning banner System Administrator Security warning Login banner
Warning banner
Which of the following scenarios should be covered in a disaster recovery plan? damage caused by lightning strikes damage caused by flood damage caused by a virus contamination all of the above
all of the above
When conducting a digital forensics analysis under _______________ rules for an attorney, you must keep all findings confidential. attorney-client privilege (ACP) Federal Rules of Procedures investigation Federal
attorney-client privilege (ACP)
The _______ command was developed by Nicholas Harbour of the Defense Computer Forensics Laboratory. dd split dcfldd echo
dcfldd
The Linux command _____ can be used to write bit-stream data to files. write dd cat dump
dd
The Linux command _______ can be used to list the current disk devices connected to the computer. ls -l fdisk -l show drives geom
fdisk -l
The term _______ is used to describe someone who might be a suspect or someone with additional knowledge that can provide enough evidence of probable cause for a search warrant or arrest. criminal potential data source person of interest witness
person of interest
The ability to obtain a search warrant from a judge that authorizes a search and seizure of specific evidence requires sufficient _______. probable cause due diligence accusations reliability
probable cause
Within a computing investigation, the ability to perform a series of steps again and again to produce the same results is known as _______. repeatable findings reloadable steps verifiable reporting evidence reporting
repeatable findings
The term _______ describes rooms filled with extremely large disk systems that are typically used by large business data centers. storage room server farm data well storage hub
server farm
Typically, the _____________ requires a bootable DVD or USB flash drive that runs an independent OS in a suspect computer's RAM, with the goal of preserving data during an acquisition. software write-blocker anti-malware software USB port forensics software
software write-blocker
_______ can be used with the dcfldd command to compare an image file to the original medium. compare cmp vf imgcheck
vf
The _______ switch can be used with the split command to adjust the size of segmented volumes created by the dd command. -p -s -b -S
-b
In order to qualify for the Certified Computer Crime Investigator, Basic Level certification, candidates must provide documentation of at least _______ cases in which they participated. 5 10 15 20
10
Which tool below is not recommended for use in a forensics lab? 2.5-inch adapters for drives FireWire and USB adapters SCSI cards Degausser
Degausser
_______ would not be found in an initial-response field kit. Computer evidence bags (antistatic bags) Leather gloves and disposable latex gloves A digital camera with extra batteries or 35mm camera with film and flash External USB devices or a portable hard drive
Leather gloves and disposable latex gloves
If a police officer or investigator has sufficient cause to support a search warrant, the prosecuting attorney might direct him or her to submit a(n) _______. exhibit verdict affidavit memo
affidavit
The sale of sensitive or confidential company information to a competitor is known as _______. industrial sabotage industrial espionage industrial collusion industrial betrayal
industrial espionage
The _______ copies evidence of intrusions to an investigation workstation automatically for further analysis over the network. intrusion detection system active defense mechanism total awareness system intrusion monitoring system
intrusion detection system
