CYSEC Qatar 2024 - Quiz
Question 1: Post-Quantum Cryptography aims to secure communication against an adversary with a quantum computer. Which algorithm family is considered resistant to quantum attacks?
A) Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC)
B) Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA)
C) Lattice-based cryptography
D) Secure Hash Algorithm 2 (SHA-2)
Question 2: The MITRE ATT&CK framework is a globally-accessible knowledge base of adversary tactics and techniques. What does ATT&CK stand for?
A) Advanced Tactics, Techniques, and Common Knowledge
B) Adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Common Knowledge
C) Adversarial Techniques, Tactics, and Knowledgebase
D) Advanced Techniques, Tactics, and Cyber Knowledge
Question 3: In the context of digital forensics, which term describes the process of ensuring that digital evidence is not altered during acquisition, examination, and storage?
A) Chain of custody
B) Data remanence
C) Digital immutability
D) Evidence preservation
Question 4: Which of the following best describes "Side-channel attacks" in cybersecurity?
A) The vulnerabilities in the communication channels used by side-loaded applications.
B) The physical implementation of a cryptosystem, such as timing information, power consumption, or electromagnetic leaks.
C) The secondary authentication mechanisms used in multi-factor authentication systems.
D) The vulnerabilities introduced by third-party channel integrations.
Question 5: What is the purpose of a "Red Team" in cybersecurity, and how does it differ from a "Blue Team"?
a) Red Teams investigate cyber incidents, while Blue Teams perform penetration testing.
b) Red Teams are responsible for compliance, while Blue Teams focus on technology.
c) Red Teams develop security policies, while Blue Teams implement them.
d) Red Teams identify vulnerabilities, while Blue Teams defend against attacks.
Question 6: What is the primary goal of "Blockchain Forensics"?
a) To recover stolen cryptocurrency.
b) To analyze the usage patterns of blockchain networks.
c) To create new cryptocurrencies.
d) To secure blockchain transactions.
Question 7: What is the "Krebs Cycle" in the context of cybersecurity, and how does it relate to cyberattacks?
a) A method of generating encryption keys.
b) A framework for incident response.
c) A model for understanding the cyber kill chain.
d) A type of malware.
Question 8: What is a "Cryptocurrency Mixing Service," and why is it controversial?
a) A service that converts cryptocurrencies into fiat currency.
b) A service that combines and anonymizes cryptocurrency transactions.
c) A service that provides real-time cryptocurrency market data.
d) A service that offers secure cryptocurrency storage.
Question 9: What is a "Watering Hole Attack," and why is it a significant cybersecurity threat?
a) An attack on critical infrastructure using water-based vectors.
b) A social engineering attack targeting specific individuals.
c) An attack that compromises websites frequented by the target group.
d) An attack that targets vulnerabilities in water supply systems.
Question 10: What is the concept of "Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)" in quantum cryptography, and how does it enhance cybersecurity?
a) QKD is a technique for quantum teleportation.
b) QKD is a type of quantum computer.
c) QKD focuses on securing physical access to quantum devices.
d) QKD uses quantum principles to securely exchange encryption keys.
Question 11: Which of the following best describes "Differential Privacy"?
A) A privacy mechanism that ensures user data anonymity by adding noise to the datasets.
B) A differential analysis of privacy policies to ensure compliance with GDPR.
C) A method to encrypt data differentially based on the user's privacy settings.
D) A technique to create private networks over the internet.
The principle of "Immutable Security" is most closely associated with:
A) Blockchain technology, where data once written cannot be altered or deleted.
B) The use of write-once-read-many (WORM) storage media in cybersecurity.
C) Security policies that cannot be changed once implemented.
D) Firewalls that block all traffic, ensuring no data alterations.
Question 13: What is "Honeypot" in cybersecurity, and how is it used in security strategies?
a) A type of malware that mimics legitimate software.
b) A network device designed to attract and analyze cyberattacks.
c) A tool for encrypting sensitive data.
d) A type of phishing attack.
Question 14: What is the primary goal of a "Purple Team" in cybersecurity, and how does it differ from Red and Blue Teams?
a) Purple Teams focus on network monitoring, while Red and Blue Teams focus on penetration testing.
b) Purple Teams facilitate communication and collaboration between Red and Blue Teams to improve security.
c) Purple Teams exclusively conduct physical security assessments.
d) Purple Teams are responsible for managing cybersecurity incidents.
Question 15: In the context of cybersecurity, "Side-channel attacks" exploit:
A) The vulnerabilities in the communication channels used by side-loaded applications.
B) The physical implementation of a cryptosystem, such as timing information, power consumption, or electromagnetic leaks.
C) The secondary authentication mechanisms used in multi-factor authentication systems.
D) The vulnerabilities introduced by third-party channel integrations.
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