Network Security - Chapter 5

1.

1 point

A(n) ____ is hardware or software that is designed to prevent malicious packets from entering or leaving computers.

scanner

honeypot

IPS

firewall

2.

1 point

____ use multiple infrared beams that are aimed across a doorway and positioned so that as a person walks through the doorway some beams are activated.

Lockout sensors

Tailgate sensors

Engineering sensors

Proximity sensors

3.

1 point

In Microsoft Windows, a ____ is a collection of security configuration settings.

security reference

security template

security baseline

security summary

4.

1 point

Each host (desktop, wireless laptop, smartphone, gateway server) runs a local application called a ____, which is sent over the network to the devices and runs as an OS service.

DLP manager

DLP agent

DLP control

DLP cipher

5.

1 point

Securing the host involves protecting the physical device itself, securing the operating system software on the system, using security-based software applications, and monitoring logs.

True

False

6.

1 point

When a policy violation is detected by the DLP agent, it is reported back to the DLP server.

True

False

7.

1 point

Securing a restricted area by erecting a barrier is called ____.

moating

fencing

blocking

boundary placement

8.

1 point

Instead of using a key or entering a code to open a door, a user can display a ____ to identify herself.

physical token

physical sensor

hybrid sensor

logical token

9.

1 point

Data, once restricted to papers in the office filing cabinet, now flows freely both in and out of organizations, among employees, customers, contractors, and business partners.

True

False

10.

1 point

Cipher locks are the same as combination padlocks.

True

False

11.

1 point

A ____ outlines the major security considerations for a system and becomes the starting point for solid security.

baseline

profile

minimum

reference

12.

1 point

____ are combination locks that use buttons which must be pushed in the proper sequence to open the door.

Reaction locks

Multifactor locks

Cipher locks

Biometric locks

13.

1 point

An anti-climb collar is a ____ that extends horizontally for up to 3 feet (1 meter) from the pole to prevent anyone from climbing.

flat collar

slippery collar

sharp collar

spiked collar

14.

1 point

____ can be prewired for electrical power as well as wired network connections.

Locking cabinets

Locking drawers

Fences

Desks

15.

1 point

Keyed entry locks are much more difficult to defeat than deadbolt locks.

True

False