Quiz for:
Hardening Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of applying security updates to operating systems?

Question 2

What is the main purpose of using host-based firewalls?

Question 3

What method is used to recognize software bugs as security vulnerabilities?

Question 4

How does applying regular software patches contribute to system security?

Question 5

What is a key principle of configuration management in system hardening?

Question 6

What does Full Disk Encryption (FDE) protect?

Question 7

How does defense in depth improve endpoint security?

Question 8

Why is it important to limit user account access on a system?

Question 9

Why should unnecessary ports be closed on a system?

Question 10

Which technique encrypts individual files and folders on Windows systems?

Question 11

What is the role of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) in malware detection?

Question 12

What is the advantage of implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

Question 13

What is the benefit of using a Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS)?

Question 14

Which security measure can monitor inbound traffic and application configurations?

Question 15

Which encryption method is used for secure communication over networks?