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A computer is presenting a user with a screen requesting payment before the user data is allowed to be accessed
by the same user. What type of malware is this? ANS A type of ransom ware
A digital certificate is equivalent to a(n) _________? ANS an electronic passport
After a security incident is verified in a SOC, and incident responder reviews the incident but cannot identify the
source of the incident and form an effective mitigation procedure. To whom should the incident ticket be
escalated? ANS A subject matter expert for further investigation
Computer programming is an essential skill for anyone wishing to pursue a career in cybersecurity. What might be a
good "first language to learn" when learning to program? ANS Python
How can the security information and event management system in a SOC be be used to help personnel fight
against security threats? ANS By collecting and filtering data
In a Windows DOS shell the "dir" command is used to display the contents of the current directory. In Linux what is
the equivalent command ? ANS ls
In a hierarchical CA topology, where can a subordinate CA obtain a certificate for itself? ANS From the root CA
or another subordinate CA at a higher level
In a modern computer network, end devices are connected to the network ANS Intermediary devices
In both Windows and Linux, what port (number) must be open to provide for Internet (HTTP) access? ANS 80
In order to work in an SOC, it is good to study and earn various cyber security certifications. In addition to
certifications, which of the skills shown below would be particularly useful in a SOC career? ANS Computer
programming
Most enterprise networks must be up and running at all times. The term used to measure network down minutes
per year is known as? ANS Preferred uptime
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