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PASS Which of the following is NOT a security principle?

• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Availability
• Efficiency - ANSWER D.) The three security principles are confidentiality, integrity,

and availability.

What is the primary goal of cyber defense?

• To prevent unauthorized access to systems and data
• To maximize system efficiency
• To improve system performance
• To reduce maintenance costs - ANSWER A.) The primary goal of cyber defense is to

prevent unauthorized access to systems and data.

Which security principle is violated when a hacker gains unauthorized access to a system?

• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Availability
• Efficiency - ANSWER A.) When a hacker gains unauthorized access to a system, it

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What is the purpose of a firewall?

• To prevent unauthorized access to a network
• To increase network speed
• To detect and remove viruses
• To encrypt network traffic - ANSWER A.) The purpose of a firewall is to prevent

unauthorized access to a network.

What is a honeypot?

• A vulnerable system designed to attract attackers
• A tool for detecting network vulnerabilities
• An encryption tool for securing data
• A type of virus that spreads through a network - ANSWER A.) A honeypot is a

vulnerable system designed to attract attackers.

What is the purpose of a vulnerability assessment tool like Nessus?

• To identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities in a network
• To encrypt network traffic
• To prevent unauthorized access to a network
• To monitor network traffic for security threats - ANSWER A.) The purpose of a

vulnerability assessment tool like Nessus is to identify and prioritize security vulnerabilities in a network.

Which of the following is a vulnerability assessment tool made by Rapid7?

• Nessus
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