CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+ Domain 2.0 Threats
CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+ Domain 2.0 Threats
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CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+ Domain 2.0 Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations Assessment 100% Pass
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CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+ Domain 2.0 Threats
CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+
Domain 2.0 Threats, Vulnerabilities, and
Mitigations Assessment 100% Pass
What is ransomware?
Ransomware is malicious software that locks or encrypts a victim’s data, demanding
payment for its release.
What is the purpose of a patch in cybersecurity?
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CompTIA Certmaster CE Security+
Domain 2.0 Threats, Vulnerabilities, and
Mitigations Assessment 100% Pass
What is ransomware?
✔✔Ransomware is malicious software that locks or encrypts a victim’s data, demanding
payment for its release.
What is the purpose of a patch in cybersecurity?
✔✔A patch is an update to software or hardware that fixes vulnerabilities or bugs to improve
security and functionality.
What is the principle of defense in depth?
✔✔Defense in depth is a strategy of using multiple layers of security controls to protect data and
systems from a variety of threats.
What is a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack?
✔✔A DDoS attack involves overwhelming a system or network with a large amount of traffic to
make it unavailable to legitimate users.
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,What are the main types of security threats?
✔✔The main types of security threats include malware, phishing, denial-of-service attacks, and
insider threats.
What is a man-in-the-middle attack?
✔✔A man-in-the-middle attack occurs when an attacker intercepts and potentially alters
communication between two parties without their knowledge.
What is the role of an Intrusion Detection System (IDS)?
✔✔An IDS monitors network traffic for signs of suspicious activity and alerts security personnel
to potential threats.
What is the purpose of threat intelligence?
✔✔Threat intelligence involves gathering information about potential or current threats to help
organizations protect their systems and data.
What is the difference between a threat and a vulnerability?
✔✔A threat is a potential danger to a system, while a vulnerability is a weakness that could be
exploited by that threat.
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, What is a zero-day vulnerability?
✔✔A zero-day vulnerability is a flaw in software or hardware that is unknown to the vendor or
developer and can be exploited before a fix is made available.
What is the role of a vulnerability scan in identifying threats?
✔✔A vulnerability scan helps identify potential weaknesses in systems and networks, allowing
organizations to address them before they are exploited by attackers.
What is the concept of risk in cybersecurity?
✔✔Risk is the potential for loss or damage to an organization's assets or information due to
threats exploiting vulnerabilities.
What is social engineering?
✔✔Social engineering involves manipulating individuals into revealing confidential information
or performing actions that compromise security.
What is the difference between a virus and a worm?
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