Question 1

____ can be extremely distressing for victims,can take years to straighten out,and can be very expensive.
A)Spams
B)Identity theft
C)Remote access
D)Software theft

Accepted Answer

Identity theft can cause significant emotional and financial harm to victims, often taking years to resolve and resulting in costly legal fees and damages. Spams, remote access, and software theft may be frustrating and a nuisance, but they typically do not have the same level of devastating consequences as identity theft.

Question 2

A(n)____________________ access system is an identification system that requires the individual requesting access to provide information that only the authorized user is supposed to know.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________________ access system is an identification system...

Question 3

-The green color of the Address bar in the accompanying figure indicates that the site is using a valid ____ SSL certificate.
A)EV
B)SK
C)SQL
D)HTTPS

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-The green color of the Address bar...

Question 4

____________________ includes any illegal act involving a computer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ includes any illegal act involving a...

Question 5

Phishing schemes may use a technique called ____,which is setting up spoofed Web sites with addresses slightly different from legitimate sites.
A)typosquatting
B)spamming
C)DoS attacks
D)identity theft

Accepted Answer

Typosquatting involves creating websites with addresses that closely resemble legitimate sites, but with slight variations that can trick the user into thinking they are on the real site. This can lead to the user entering sensitive information on the fake site, which can then be used for phishing attacks or identity theft.

Question 6

Case 9-1
Melissa is the network administrator for a small publishing company.As network administrator,she is in charge of maintaining the security of all the computers that are part of the company's network.
-Melissa has set up procedures so that every user using a computer connected to the network needs to enter his or her ____,which appears as asterisks on the screen as it is being entered.
A)private key
B)e-mail address
C)public key
D)password

Accepted Answer

Melissa has set up procedures so that every user needs to enter their password, which appears as asterisks on the screen as it is being entered. This is a common security measure to ensure that only authorized users have access to the network and its resources. A private key and public key are used in encryption, while an e-mail address is not sufficient for authentication purposes. Therefore, the best choice for this scenario is password (D).

Question 7

The ____,implemented in 2001,grants federal authorities expanded surveillance and intelligence-gathering powers,such as broadening their ability to obtain the real identity of Internet users and to intercept Internet communications.
A)Sarbanes-Oxley Act
B)USA Patriot Act
C)Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act of 1998
D)No Electronic Theft (NET)Act

Accepted Answer

The USA Patriot Act, implemented in 2001, grants federal authorities expanded surveillance and intelligence-gathering powers, such as broadening their ability to obtain the real identity of Internet users and to intercept Internet communications.

Question 8

The ____ includes provisions to combat cyberterrorism,including protecting ISPs against lawsuits from customers for revealing private information to law enforcement agencies.
A)Heath Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
B)PROTECT Act
C)Homeland Security Act of 2002
D)National Information Infrastructure Protection Act

Accepted Answer

The Homeland Security Act of 2002 includes provisions to combat cyberterrorism, including protecting ISPs against lawsuits from customers for revealing private information to law enforcement agencies. The other options do not specifically address cyberterrorism or ISP protections.

Question 9

In businesses,access control systems are often integrated into a comprehensive ____________________ system designed to manage users' access to enterprise systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In businesses,access control systems are often integrated...

Question 10

Case 9-1
Melissa is the network administrator for a small publishing company.As network administrator,she is in charge of maintaining the security of all the computers that are part of the company's network.
-One of the first items that Melissa installed was a(n)____,which checks all incoming and outgoing traffic and only allows authorized traffic to pass through.
A)botnet
B)firewall
C)IPS
D)encryption algorithm

Accepted Answer

Melissa installed a firewall, which checks all incoming and outgoing traffic and only allows authorized traffic to pass through. A botnet is a network of compromised computers used to carry out attacks, while an IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) is a more advanced tool that can detect and block suspicious network activity. Encryption algorithms are used to secure data transmission and storage, but do not provide the same level of network security as a firewall.

Question 11

Repeated threats or other harassment carried out online between adults is referred to as ____.
A)cyberstalking
B)computer sabotage
C)cyberterrorism
D)phishing

Accepted Answer

Repeated threats or harassment carried out online between adults is referred to as cyberstalking. Computer sabotage refers to intentional damage or destruction of computer systems, cyberterrorism involves the use of technology to carry out acts of terrorism, and phishing refers to the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information (such as passwords or credit card details) by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.

Question 12

Biometric access systems use a(n)____________________ in conjunction with software and a database to match the supplied biometric data with the biometric data previously stored in the database to identify and authenticate an individual.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Biometric access systems use a(n)____________________ in conjunction...

Question 13

____ occurs when someone obtains enough information about a person to be able to masquerade as that person for a variety of activities-usually to buy products or services in that person's name.
A)Data theft
B)Information theft
C)Identity theft
D)Database theft

Accepted Answer

Identity theft is the term used when someone obtains enough personal information about an individual to be able to impersonate them, typically for financial gain. The thief can use the victim's identity to open fraudulent bank accounts, make purchases or apply for loans, leaving the victim responsible for any debt or criminal activity that ensues. The other options of data theft, information theft, and database theft may also involve the theft of personal information, but they do not specifically refer to the act of impersonating someone else.

Question 14

____ is a type of scam that uses spoofed domain names to obtain personal information for use in fraudulent activities.
A)Framing
B)Fishing
C)Pharming
D)Farming

Accepted Answer

Pharming is a type of scam where hackers use spoofed domain names or DNS cache poisoning to redirect users to fake websites that look similar to legitimate ones, with the intention of stealing personal information such as login credentials or credit card details. This is different from phishing, which typically involves sending fraudulent emails or messages to trick users into revealing sensitive information. Framing and farming are not commonly used terms in the context of cybersecurity scams.

Question 15

Case 9-2
Fernando has been having problems with his computer.He takes it to his local computer repair shop to be checked and finds out that his computer has a number of malware that he was not even aware of.
-The technician tells Fernando that his computer has a ____,which might have gotten into Fernando's computer when he downloaded a free computer game from the Internet.
A)spider
B)bot
C)virus
D)spam

Accepted Answer

Malware that infects a computer system when a file or software is downloaded is typically a virus. A spider is a software program used to browse the internet, while a bot is an automated program that performs tasks on a computer network. Spam is unsolicited and unwanted email.

Question 16

The best protection against many dot cons is ____.
A)your ISP
B)updated operating systems
C)antivirus programs
D)common sense

Accepted Answer

The most effective protection against many scams and frauds is common sense. This means being cautious and skeptical of unsolicited emails, messages, and phone calls from unknown or untrustworthy sources, as well as not divulging personal or sensitive information. While other measures such as having updated software and antivirus programs can also help, they may not always be enough to prevent or detect all types of scams. Therefore, it is essential to develop good online habits and to educate oneself on the latest trends and tactics used by scammers, so as to avoid falling victim to their schemes.

Question 17

Case 9-2
Fernando has been having problems with his computer.He takes it to his local computer repair shop to be checked and finds out that his computer has a number of malware that he was not even aware of.
-The technician also found a ____ on the computer,which is designed to find sensitive information about the user located on the PC and then send it to the malware creator.The technician explains that this type of malware cannot replicate itself.
A)Trojan horse
B)worm
C)virus
D)bot

Accepted Answer

A Trojan horse is a type of malware that is disguised as a legitimate program but actually contains malicious code that can harm the computer. It often enters the system through downloads or email attachments and can be designed to steal sensitive data. Unlike viruses and worms, Trojan horses do not replicate themselves but rely on social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them. Therefore, A) Trojan horse is the best choice for the type of malware the technician found on Fernando's computer.

Question 18

____________________ access refers to individuals gaining access to a computer,network,file,or other resource without permission.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ access refers to individuals gaining access...

Question 19

When a digitally signed document is received,the recipient's computer uses the sender's ____ key to verify the digital signature.
A)private
B)public
C)organizational
D)token

Accepted Answer

The recipient's computer uses the sender's public key to verify the digital signature. The sender's private key is used to create the digital signature in the first place, but it is not shared with others.

Question 20

Case 9-1
Melissa is the network administrator for a small publishing company.As network administrator,she is in charge of maintaining the security of all the computers that are part of the company's network.
-Melissa also decided to use a(n)____,which continuously monitors and analyzes the traffic allowed to and from the network to detect possible attacks as they are occurring and block them.
A)IPS
B)firewall
C)antivirus software
D)RAM

Accepted Answer

Melissa's decision to use a tool that continuously monitors and analyzes traffic to detect possible attacks suggests the need for an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS). A firewall is a basic security tool that can block unauthorized access to a network, but it does not continuously monitor traffic. Antivirus software is used to detect and remove viruses and malware from computers, but it is not designed to monitor network traffic for possible attacks. RAM, or Random Access Memory, is a component of a computer's hardware and is not a security tool.

Quiz 9: Network and Internet Security

____ can be extremely distressing for victims,can take years to straighten out,and can be very expensive.

A(n)____________________ access system is an identification system that requires the individual requesting access to provide information that only the authorized user is supposed to know.

-The green color of the Address bar in the accompanying figure indicates that the site is using a valid ____ SSL certificate.

____________________ includes any illegal act involving a computer.

Phishing schemes may use a technique called ____,which is setting up spoofed Web sites with addresses slightly different from legitimate sites.

The ____,implemented in 2001,grants federal authorities expanded surveillance and intelligence-gathering powers,such as broadening their ability to obtain the real identity of Internet users and to intercept Internet communications.

The ____ includes provisions to combat cyberterrorism,including protecting ISPs against lawsuits from customers for revealing private information to law enforcement agencies.

In businesses,access control systems are often integrated into a comprehensive ____________________ system designed to manage users' access to enterprise systems.

Repeated threats or other harassment carried out online between adults is referred to as ____.

Biometric access systems use a(n)____________________ in conjunction with software and a database to match the supplied biometric data with the biometric data previously stored in the database to identify and authenticate an individual.

____ occurs when someone obtains enough information about a person to be able to masquerade as that person for a variety of activities-usually to buy products or services in that person's name.

____ is a type of scam that uses spoofed domain names to obtain personal information for use in fraudulent activities.

The best protection against many dot cons is ____.

____________________ access refers to individuals gaining access to a computer,network,file,or other resource without permission.

When a digitally signed document is received,the recipient's computer uses the sender's ____ key to verify the digital signature.