Security Measures MCQs with Answers

Past Paper MCQ

What is used in computers to protect networked servers from unauthorized access and potential damage?

• A.Router
• B.Antivirus
• C.Encryption
• D.Firewall

What does access control refer to in computer security?

• A.Antivirus software for malware detection
• B.Encryption algorithms used for data protection
• C.Firewall rules for network traffic filtering
• D.Security features that control who can access resources

What is the term for a security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network?

• A.Encryption
• B.Antivirus
• C.Firewall
• D.Proxy Server

Among the following ciphers, which one is considered the most secure?

• A.AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
• B.DES (Data Encryption Standard)
• C.OTP (One-Time Pad)
• D.Caesar Cipher

In the context of network security, what does authentication entail?

• A.Encrypting data during transmission
• B.Verifying the identity of a user or system
• C.Blocking unauthorized network access
• D.Detecting and removing malware

What is the process of transforming data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access?

• A.Encryption
• B.Decryption
• C.Compression
• D.Encoding

Kaspersky and McAfee are examples of which type of software?

• A.Antivirus software
• B.Operating system software
• C.Database management software
• D.Web browser software

What are coded entries used to gain access to a computer system commonly called?

• A.Passwords
• B.Tokens
• C.Biometrics
• D.Certificates

What is the process of verifying the identity of a user called?

• A.Authorization
• B.Encryption
• C.Authentication
• D.Auditing

Installing uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to your servers helps ensure which aspect of data security?

• A.Confidentiality
• B.Integrity
• C.Availability
• D.Authentication