Security Auditing and Compliance: Master Network Security Compliance

Question 1

Which of the following is the primary objective of security auditing?

Accepted Answer

Identify vulnerabilities and assess risks in network systems.

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Monitor network performance and optimize resource utilization.

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Update hardware components and implement new software.

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Enhance user experience and troubleshoot network issues.

Question 2

According to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, which is a core function of security auditing?

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Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

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Detect and respond to security incidents.

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Investigate the causes of security breaches.

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Remediate and mitigate identified risks.

Question 3

Which of the following is a best practice for conducting security audits?

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Utilizing automated scanning tools to scan for vulnerabilities.

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Manually inspecting network logs without using any tools.

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Relying exclusively on vendor-provided security reports.

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Ignoring security threats that are external to the organization.

Question 4

Which of the following is an ethical consideration in security auditing?

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Respecting the privacy of individuals and their data.

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Using hacking techniques to uncover vulnerabilities.

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Sharing audit results with unauthorized parties.

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Falsifying audit reports to meet deadlines.

Question 5

Identify the step **NOT** included in the security auditing process:

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Intrusion detection

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Vulnerability identification

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Compliance assessment

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Risk mitigation planning

Question 6

Which tool is commonly used for automated vulnerability scanning?

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Nessus

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Nmap

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Wireshark

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Metasploit

Question 7

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of security compliance?

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Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)

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Confidentiality

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Integrity

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Confidentiality and Privacy

Question 8

What is the purpose of conducting penetration testing?

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Simulate real-world attacks and assess the effectiveness of security controls

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Identify unauthorized access to the network

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Monitor ongoing threats and vulnerabilities

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Generate security audit reports

Question 9

What is the primary responsibility of a security auditor during a compliance audit?

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Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements

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Identify security vulnerabilities

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Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls

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Provide recommendations for security improvements

Question 10

Which type of audit involves examining an organization's policies, procedures, and practices to ensure alignment with security requirements?

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Compliance audit

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Risk assessment

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Vulnerability assessment

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Penetration testing

Question 11

Which regulation mandates the protection of healthcare information?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA

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PCI DSS

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GDPR

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ISO 27001

Question 12

Distinguish between a security incident and a security breach.

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A security breach always involves an incident, but an incident may not always lead to a breach.

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A security incident is always a breach, but a breach is not always an incident.

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Security incidents and breaches are synonymous terms.

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Security incidents occur internally, while breaches originate externally.

Question 13

What is the best approach to implementing security measures identified by an audit?

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Prioritize and implement measures based on risk

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Implement all measures immediately

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Ignore measures not deemed critical

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Outsource all implementation to a third party

Question 14

Which of the following is a common security compliance standard for organizations handling credit card data?

Accepted Answer

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)

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DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions)

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SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

Question 15

What is the primary role of a penetration tester in a security audit?

Accepted Answer

To simulate real-world attacks to discover and exploit vulnerabilities.

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To monitor network traffic and detect intrusion attempts.

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To review security policies and procedures for compliance.

Question 16

Which of these tools is commonly used for automated vulnerability scanning?

Accepted Answer

Nessus

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Burp Suite

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Wireshark

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Metasploit

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of a risk assessment?

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To evaluate the likelihood and impact of potential security threats.

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To identify all possible security risks and vulnerabilities.

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To develop a plan to mitigate identified risks.

Question 18

How does compliance play a role in security auditing?

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Compliance ensures an organization meets regulatory requirements and industry standards related to security.

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Compliance is primarily about improving the overall security posture of an organization.

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Compliance is solely focused on identifying and mitigating security risks.

Question 19

Which of the following is a core responsibility of a security auditor?

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Identifying and evaluating vulnerabilities in IT systems and networks

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Managing the organization's cybersecurity budget

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Developing and deploying network security devices

Question 20

What is the primary objective of conducting a risk assessment in security auditing?

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To assess the likelihood and potential impact of threats to an organization's information assets

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To implement technical security measures

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To develop specific security policies and procedures

Question 21

Which of the following is not a recognized type of security audit?

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Internal control audit

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Operational audit

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Compliance audit

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Penetration testing

Question 22

What is the most critical factor to consider when implementing security controls?

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Aligning controls with the organization's risk profile and strategic objectives

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The technical complexity of the controls

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The cost of implementing the controls

Question 23

Which of the following is a key benefit of conducting regular security audits?

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Early detection of potential vulnerabilities and threats

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Increased sales revenue

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Improved public relations

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Reduced employee turnover

Question 24

What is the primary distinction between a compliance audit and a vulnerability assessment?

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A compliance audit reviews adherence to regulations, while a vulnerability assessment identifies system weaknesses

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A compliance audit is more comprehensive than a vulnerability assessment

Question 25

Which of the following is a well-known cybersecurity regulation that organizations must comply with?

Accepted Answer

GDPR

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ISO 27001

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NIST 800-53

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PCI DSS

Question 26

Why is it crucial to document audit findings and recommendations?

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To provide evidence of the audit, track progress on addressing vulnerabilities, and facilitate accountability

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To justify the cost of the audit

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To impress management with the auditor's technical expertise

Question 27

Which of the following is a best practice for conducting a security audit?

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Maintaining independence and objectivity throughout the audit process

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Limiting the audit scope to only high-risk systems

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Relying primarily on automated scanning tools

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Ignoring the findings of previous audits

Question 28

What is the overarching goal of security auditing and compliance?

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To safeguard the organization from cybersecurity threats and ensure legal compliance

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To enhance the auditor's reputation

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To increase the company's stock price