Question 1

_____ can interfere with users' control of their computers, through such methods as installing additional software and redirecting Web browsers.

Accepted Answer

A)  Keystroke loggers 
B)  Spyware 
C)  Firmware 
D)  Script loggers 
A)  Keystroke loggers 
B)  Spyware 
C)  Firmware 
D)  Script loggers

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is an independent program that can spread itself without attaching itself to a host program. 
B)  It floods a network or server with service requests to prevent legitimate users' access to the system. 
C)  It is usually hidden inside a popular program, but it is not capable of replicating itself. 
D)  It enables a system designer to bypass the security of a system and sneak back into the system later to access files. 
A)  It is an independent program that can spread itself without attaching itself to a host program. 
B)  It floods a network or server with service requests to prevent legitimate users' access to the system. 
C)  It is usually hidden inside a popular program, but it is not capable of replicating itself. 
D)  It enables a system designer to bypass the security of a system and sneak back into the system later to access files.

Question 3

In a level 2 security system, _____ must be protected to ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of data.

Accepted Answer

A)  back-end systems 
B)  external databases 
C)  private networks 
D)  front-end servers 
A)  back-end systems 
B)  external databases 
C)  private networks 
D)  front-end servers

Question 4

A(n)__________contains code intended to disrupt a computer, network, or Web site and is usually hidden inside a popular program.

Accepted Answer

A)  Trojan program 
B)  PageRank 
C)  exit application 
D)  withdrawal suite 
E)  Select 
A)  Trojan program 
B)  PageRank 
C)  exit application 
D)  withdrawal suite 
E)  Select

Question 5

A__________is a security threat that may launch a worm through a Trojan horse or launch a denial-of-service attack at a targeted IP address.

Accepted Answer

A)  blended threat 
B)  magnetic threat 
C)  signal threat 
D)  router threat 
E)  Select 
A)  blended threat 
B)  magnetic threat 
C)  signal threat 
D)  router threat 
E)  Select

Question 6

Terminal resource security is a software feature that erases the screen and signs a user off automatically after a specified length of inactivity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

__________is the unauthorized use of system data for personal gain, such as transferring money from another's account or charging purchases to someone else's account.

Accepted Answer

A)  Computer fraud 
B)  Denial-of-service 
C)  Keystroke logging 
D)  Social engineering 
E)  Select 
A)  Computer fraud 
B)  Denial-of-service 
C)  Keystroke logging 
D)  Social engineering 
E)  Select

Question 8

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sabotage 
B)  Dumpster diving 
C)  Bombing 
D)  Keystroke logging 
A)  Sabotage 
B)  Dumpster diving 
C)  Bombing 
D)  Keystroke logging

Question 10

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

Accepted Answer

A)  A physical security measure 
B)  A firewall security measure 
C)  An e-commerce security measure 
D)  A biometric security measure 
A)  A physical security measure 
B)  A firewall security measure 
C)  An e-commerce security measure 
D)  A biometric security measure

Question 11

__________is a form of spyware that collects information about a user (without the user's consent) to determine which commercials to display in the user's Web browser.

Accepted Answer

A)  Adware 
B)  Silverware 
C)  Freeware 
D)  Hardware 
E)  Select 
A)  Adware 
B)  Silverware 
C)  Freeware 
D)  Hardware 
E)  Select

Question 12

Which of the following intentional computer and network threats is a type of Trojan program used to release a virus, worm, or other destructive code?

Accepted Answer

A)  A logic bomb 
B)  Dumpster diving 
C)  A blended threat 
D)  Shoulder surfing 
A)  A logic bomb 
B)  Dumpster diving 
C)  A blended threat 
D)  Shoulder surfing

Question 13

_____ are usually placed in front of a firewall and can identify attack signatures, trace patterns, generate alarms for a network administrator, and cause routers to terminate connections with suspicious sources.

Accepted Answer

A)  Intrusion detection systems 
B)  Proxy servers 
C)  Identification badges 
D)  Virtual private networks 
A)  Intrusion detection systems 
B)  Proxy servers 
C)  Identification badges 
D)  Virtual private networks

Question 14

The main drawback of an intrusion detection system (IDS) is its inability to prevent denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true of firewalls?

Accepted Answer

A)  They protect against external access, but they leave networks unprotected from internal intrusions. 
B)  They can identify attack signatures, trace patterns, and generate alarms for a network administrator. 
C)  They monitor network traffic and use the "prevent, detect, and react" approach to security. 
D)  They cause routers to terminate connections with suspicious sources. 
A)  They protect against external access, but they leave networks unprotected from internal intrusions. 
B)  They can identify attack signatures, trace patterns, and generate alarms for a network administrator. 
C)  They monitor network traffic and use the "prevent, detect, and react" approach to security. 
D)  They cause routers to terminate connections with suspicious sources.

Question 16

The process of capturing and recording network traffic is referred to as _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  sniffing 
B)  phishing 
C)  bombing 
D)  pharming 
A)  sniffing 
B)  phishing 
C)  bombing 
D)  pharming

Question 17

_____ primarily control access to computers and networks and include devices for securing computers and peripherals from theft.

Accepted Answer

A)  Nonbiometric security measures 
B)  Virtual security measures 
C)  Biometric security measures 
D)  Physical security measures 
A)  Nonbiometric security measures 
B)  Virtual security measures 
C)  Biometric security measures 
D)  Physical security measures

Question 18

__________is an example of antispyware software.

Accepted Answer

A)  STOPzilla 
B)  AndroZip 
C)  Tumblr 
D)  Dogpile 
E)  Select 
A)  STOPzilla 
B)  AndroZip 
C)  Tumblr 
D)  Dogpile 
E)  Select

Question 19

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

Accepted Answer

A)  Corner bolts 
B)  Identification badges 
C)  Callback modems 
D)  Electronic trackers 
A)  Corner bolts 
B)  Identification badges 
C)  Callback modems 
D)  Electronic trackers

Question 20

__________is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

Accepted Answer

A)  Terminal resource security 
B)  Distance-vector routing 
C)  Direct digital synthesis 
D)  Link-state routing 
E)  Select 
A)  Terminal resource security 
B)  Distance-vector routing 
C)  Direct digital synthesis 
D)  Link-state routing 
E)  Select

_____ can interfere with users' control of their computers, through such methods as installing additional software and redirecting Web browsers.

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

In a level 2 security system, _____ must be protected to ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of data.

A(n)__________contains code intended to disrupt a computer, network, or Web site and is usually hidden inside a popular program.

A__________is a security threat that may launch a worm through a Trojan horse or launch a denial-of-service attack at a targeted IP address.

Terminal resource security is a software feature that erases the screen and signs a user off automatically after a specified length of inactivity.

__________is the unauthorized use of system data for personal gain, such as transferring money from another's account or charging purchases to someone else's account.

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

__________is a form of spyware that collects information about a user (without the user's consent) to determine which commercials to display in the user's Web browser.

Which of the following intentional computer and network threats is a type of Trojan program used to release a virus, worm, or other destructive code?

_____ are usually placed in front of a firewall and can identify attack signatures, trace patterns, generate alarms for a network administrator, and cause routers to terminate connections with suspicious sources.

The main drawback of an intrusion detection system (IDS) is its inability to prevent denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

Which of the following statements is true of firewalls?

The process of capturing and recording network traffic is referred to as _____.

_____ primarily control access to computers and networks and include devices for securing computers and peripherals from theft.

__________is an example of antispyware software.

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

__________is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

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Exam 5: Protecting Information Resources

_____ can interfere with users' control of their computers, through such methods as installing additional software and redirecting Web browsers.

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

In a level 2 security system, _____ must be protected to ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of data.

A(n)__________contains code intended to disrupt a computer, network, or Web site and is usually hidden inside a popular program.

A__________is a security threat that may launch a worm through a Trojan horse or launch a denial-of-service attack at a targeted IP address.

Terminal resource security is a software feature that erases the screen and signs a user off automatically after a specified length of inactivity.

__________is the unauthorized use of system data for personal gain, such as transferring money from another's account or charging purchases to someone else's account.

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

__________is a form of spyware that collects information about a user (without the user's consent) to determine which commercials to display in the user's Web browser.

Which of the following intentional computer and network threats is a type of Trojan program used to release a virus, worm, or other destructive code?

_____ are usually placed in front of a firewall and can identify attack signatures, trace patterns, generate alarms for a network administrator, and cause routers to terminate connections with suspicious sources.

The main drawback of an intrusion detection system (IDS) is its inability to prevent denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

Which of the following statements is true of firewalls?

The process of capturing and recording network traffic is referred to as _____.

_____ primarily control access to computers and networks and include devices for securing computers and peripherals from theft.

__________is an example of antispyware software.

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

__________is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

Information Systems: an Overview

Computers: the Machines Behind Computing

Database Systems, Data Warehouses, and Data Marts

Personal, Legal, Ethical, and Organizational Issues of Information Systems

Data Communication: Delivering Information Anywhere and Anytime

The Internet, Intranets, and Extranets

E-Commerce

Global Information Systems

Building Successful Information Systems

Enterprise Systems

Management Support Systems

Intelligent Information Systems

Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Applications

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