Question 1

What is the purpose of a firewall?

Options :

A : To prevent unauthorized access to a network

B : To optimize network performance

C : To provide secure remote access

D : To detect and respond to security incidents

Answer: A

Question 2

Which of the following is a type of malware that encrypts files on a victim's computer and demands a ransom to unlock them?

Options :

A : Adware

B : Spyware

C : Ransomware

D : Rootkit

Answer: C

Question 3

Which of the following is a data protection technique that involves the transformation of data into a format that is unreadable to unauthorized users?

Options :

A : Authentication

B : Encryption

C : Firewall

D : Intrusion Detection System

Answer: B

Question 4

Which technology can provide the ability to track and detect malicious software on an endpoint device?

Options :

A : Firewall

B : Antivirus software

C : Virtual private network

D : Intrusion detection system

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following is a feature of a modern endpoint protection platform (EPP)?

Options :

A : Behavior-based detection

B : Antivirus signature updates

C : Old operating system support

D : Network intrusion prevention system (IPS)

Answer: A