Security Operations and Monitoring: Master Cybersecurity Monitoring and Response

Question 1

In the incident response process, which step is considered a best practice?

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Following a well-defined and documented response plan

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Ignoring the incident and assuming it will resolve itself

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Assigning the response to an individual without proper oversight

Question 2

What is the main goal of security operations and monitoring?

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To protect the privacy, accuracy, and accessibility of essential data and systems

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To identify and address potential security risks and weaknesses

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To ensure adherence to regulatory standards

Question 3

In an effective security incident response plan, which element is critical?

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Clearly defined roles and responsibilities

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A comprehensive list of potential security incidents

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Specific instructions for each possible response action

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A guarantee of successful resolution for all security incidents

Question 4

What is the **main** purpose of a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system?

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Aggregating and analyzing security logs

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Deploying security patches

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Conducting vulnerability scans

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Blocking malicious traffic

Question 5

What is the **primary** goal of threat intelligence?

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Identifying and tracking emerging threats

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Developing security countermeasures

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Investigating security incidents

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Hardening network infrastructure

Question 6

What is the **key** distinction between a vulnerability and an exploit?

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A vulnerability is a flaw, while an exploit leverages it.

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A vulnerability is a threat, while an exploit is a countermeasure.

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A vulnerability is always malicious, while an exploit is not.

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A vulnerability can be patched, while an exploit cannot.

Question 7

What is the **main** purpose of a honeypot in cybersecurity?

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Trapping and analyzing attackers

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Preventing unauthorized access

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Detecting malware

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Encrypting sensitive data

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of a security information and event management (SIEM) system?

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To detect and respond to security threats in real-time by collecting and analyzing data from various sources.

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To manage user access and permissions by controlling who can access what resources.

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To encrypt data and protect it from unauthorized access by using cryptographic techniques.

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To provide network security and prevent unauthorized access by implementing firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

Question 9

What type of attack involves flooding a server with excessive traffic to disrupt normal operations?

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DDoS

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Phishing

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Malware

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Man-in-the-middle

Question 10

What is the purpose of a honeypot in cybersecurity?

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To detect and monitor malicious activity by acting as a decoy to attract and collect information about attackers.

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To distract attackers from real systems by providing a more appealing target.

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To collect evidence for law enforcement by capturing attacker's actions and communications.

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To provide a safe environment for testing security measures by simulating real-world attacks.

Question 11

What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

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To block unauthorized access to a network by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic based on defined rules.

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To detect and prevent malware infections by scanning network traffic for malicious content.

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To encrypt data before it is transmitted across a network to protect its confidentiality.

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To provide secure access to remote systems by establishing encrypted tunnels.

Question 12

Which security tool is designed specifically to detect and respond to threats originating from the network?

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Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)

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Host-based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS)

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Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

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Vulnerability Scanner

Question 13

In the context of incident response, which of the following is not a crucial step?

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Data exfiltration

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Identification

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Containment

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Recovery

Question 14

Repeated unsuccessful login attempts are indicative of which type of security event?

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Brute force attack

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Suspicious file activity

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Policy violation

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Malware infection

Question 15

The primary function of a Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) system is to:

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Collect, aggregate, and analyze security-related information

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Block malicious network traffic

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Detect and prevent malware

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Monitor and maintain network infrastructure

Question 16

The core responsibility of a Security Operations Center (SOC) is primarily:

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Managing and responding to security incidents

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Conducting security audits

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Developing security policies

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Providing user training and support

Question 17

Automated security monitoring tools offer several advantages. Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit?

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Elimination of the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals

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Improved detection and response times

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Reduced false positives

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Increased security visibility

Question 18

The primary purpose of a security monitoring plan is to:

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Establish a framework for detecting and responding to security events

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Ensure compliance with regulations

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Identify and prioritize security risks

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Improve operational efficiency

Question 19

Which of the following is not a common challenge associated with cybersecurity monitoring?

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Abundance of automated threat intelligence sources

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High volume and complexity of security data

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Limited availability of skilled cybersecurity experts

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Lack of integration between security tools

Question 20

To enhance their security posture, which of the following fundamental best practices should organizations prioritize?

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Conducting regular and comprehensive security audits

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Implementing robust access control measures

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Relying on outdated security software

Question 21

What is a fundamental aspect of security operations and monitoring?

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Detecting and responding to security incidents

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Performing regular security audits

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Implementing data loss prevention measures

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Developing security policies and procedures

Question 22

What is the primary objective of security monitoring?

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Identifying suspicious activity and potential threats

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Restoring systems after security incidents

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Enforcing access control policies

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Analyzing security logs for historical trends

Question 23

Which security tool is typically used for real-time analysis of network traffic to detect malicious activity?

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Intrusion Detection System (IDS)

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Vulnerability scanner

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Firewall

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Antivirus software

Question 24

What is the initial step in the incident response process?

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Containment

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Investigation

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Recovery

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Eradication

Question 25

What is the primary function of a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system?

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Collecting and analyzing security data from various sources

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Generating detailed security reports for compliance

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Detecting and blocking malware infections

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Preventing unauthorized access to network resources

Question 26

Which metric is commonly used to evaluate the effectiveness of security monitoring?

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Mean Time to Detect (MTTD)

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Number of security alerts generated

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Cost of security monitoring tools

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Percentage of security vulnerabilities patched

Question 27

What distinguishes a security incident from a security breach?

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A breach involves unauthorized access to sensitive data, while an incident may not necessarily involve data loss.

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A security incident is always reported to authorities, while a breach is not.

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A security breach is always a more severe event than a security incident.

Question 28

What is a best practice for securely configuring security monitoring tools?

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Applying the principle of least privilege

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Configuring alerts to be sent to multiple recipients

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Using default settings provided by the vendor

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Enabling all available features and settings

Question 29

How does threat intelligence contribute to security operations and monitoring?

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Provides timely information about emerging threats and vulnerabilities

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Automates security monitoring processes

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Replaces the need for skilled security analysts

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Enforces security policies across the organization