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CyberShe Bootcamp Selection Assessment

Please read the following instructions carefully before you begin:

Total Questions: 30
Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Answer Format: Only one correct answer per question
Time Required: Approximately 30 minutes
Submission Deadline: 17th April 2025

Important Notes:

You may only attempt the quiz once.
Please ensure a stable internet connection throughout the quiz.
Complete the assessment in one sitting—you cannot pause and resume later.
There is no negative marking, so we encourage you to attempt all questions.
The questions will test your basic aptitude, problem-solving skills, and motivation to learn.

Once submitted, your responses will be reviewed by the CyberShe Bootcamp team as part of the selection process. Selected participants will be notified by email.

Good luck, and thank you for taking the time to complete this step toward joining the CyberShe Bootcamp!

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1. What is the primary goal of network security? *

Speed

Availability

Confidentiality

User Convenience

2. Which of the following is a common method used to secure a wireless network?

WEP

WPA2

HTTP

FTP

3. Which type of attack involves sending multiple requests to a web server to overload it?

Phishing

Man-in-the-Middle

Denial of Service (DoS)

SQL Injection

4. Which component is crucial for detecting unauthorized access to a network?

Firewall

Intrusion Detection System (IDS)

Router

Switch

5. Which of the following is NOT a network security protocol?

SSL/TLS

SSH

TCP

IPSec

6. Which protocol is used to encrypt email messages?

IMAP

PGP

SMTP

FTP

7. Which protocol provides secure remote login and other secure network services over an insecure network?

HTTP

SSH

FTP

SNMP

8. What does SSL stand for?

Secure Sockets Layer

Secure Shell Layer

Security Service Layer

Secure System Layer

9. Which of the following protocols is used for secure internet communication and is the successor to SSL?

TLS

HTTP

FTP

SNMP

10. What protocol is commonly used for secure data transmission over VPNs?

PPTP

IPSec

SMTP

IMAP

11. What is the primary function of a firewall?

To create backups

To monitor user activity

To prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network

To encrypt data

12. Which of the following principles is NOT one of the three main pillars of information security?

Confidentiality

Integrity

Accountability

Availability

13. What does the principle of confidentiality ensure in information security?

Data is accessible to authorized users

Data is accurate and complete

Data is protected from unauthorized disclosure

Data can be traced to its origin

14. What is a common method to ensure the integrity of data?

Data encryption

Hashing

Firewalls

Antivirus software

15. What type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software?

Virus

Torjan Horse

Worm

Ransomware

16. Which of the following is a common sign of malware infection?

Increased system performance

Unusual network activity

Lower storage usage

Enhanced security settings

17. What is the primary purpose of antivirus software?

To speed up computers

To detect and remove malicious software

To block network traffic

To encrypt data

18. Why is it important to lock your computer when you step away from your desk?

To save energy

To prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information

To clear memory cache

To restart the system

19. What is a common practice for ensuring the physical security of sensitive areas in the workplace?

Open door policy

Badge access control

Public access

Unrestricted entry

20. Which of the following is a common threat on social networking sites?

SQL injection

Phishing

Denial of service

Man-in-the-middle attack

21. What is a best practice for securing social networking accounts?

Using a single, strong password for all accounts

Sharing your password with trusted friends

Enabling two-factor authentication

Disabling account notifications

22. Which of the following should you avoid posting on social media to protect your security?

Birthday wishes to friends

Personal identification information

Inspirational quotes

Public events

23. What is a common method to prevent email phishing attacks?

Encrypting all emails

Regularly changing email providers

Educating users about phishing tactics

Using a single email account for all purposes

24. What does the term 'email spoofing' refer to?

Encrypting an email

Sending an email with a forged sender address

Deleting an email before it is read

Filtering spam emails

25. What is User Behavior Analytics (UBA) used for in cybersecurity?

To analyze network traffic patterns

To monitor and analyze user behavior for abnormal activities

To encrypt user data

To manage user accounts

26. What is a key benefit of implementing UBA in an organization?

Improved data encryption

Enhanced ability to detect insider threats

Increased network bandwidth

Reduced hardware costs

27. What is a critical measure for securing remote work environments?

Using unsecured public Wi-Fi networks

Implementing VPNs for remote connections

Disabling firewalls on remote devices

Sharing passwords via email

28. Which of the following is a best practice for securing data in the cloud?

Using a single, shared password for all cloud services

Encrypting data both in transit and at rest

Disabling multi-factor authentication

Storing all sensitive data locally only

29. What is the main purpose of cryptography?

To compress data

To convert data into an unreadable format to protect its confidentiality

To backup data

To enhance data processing speed

30. Why is it important to keep mobile device software updated?

To reduce battery consumption

To improve screen resolution

To patch security vulnerabilities

To increase storage space

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