Exam 17: Computer Security

Which of the following is not part of information security risk analysis?

Which of the following malware programs embeds a copy of itself in another program?

A digital signature is a way to "sign" a document by appending extra data that are both unique to the sender and very difficult to forge.

A username is not sufficient for user authentication.

Malware known as a Trojan horse uses a system-oriented event to determine when it launches its attack.

Which of the following is an example of biometrics?

The companies that make antivirus software are constantly updating their databases of signatures and heuristics to detect new malware.

Which of the following malware programs might launch its attack on the next April Fool's Day?

WikiLeaks is a wiki.

Phishing is a technique that uses a fake web page to collect information such as usernames and passwords.

Password management software should be evaluated and used with care, but may provide a good solution for the active user.

Which of the following is not used for user authentication?

A transposition cipher substitutes one character with another.

Information security experts embrace the principle that no single individual should have the authority to have a significant impact on the system.

According to a 2018 report, what percentage of cyber-attacks target small businesses?

What is a logic bomb?

GPS and other location data available on cell phones are sometimes collected by corporate agencies and/or used by law enforcement to aid criminal investigations.

Which of the following ensures that data can be modified only by appropriate mechanisms?

A digital certificate is an authenticated public key kept for trusted sources in order to minimize forgeries.

Users should beware of any situation in which they are contacted and requested to provide security information.