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CEHv9 Chapter 1
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1Which of the following would be the best example of a deterrent control?
- AA log aggregation system
- BHidden cameras onsite
- CA guard posted outside the door
- DBackup recovery systems
2Enacted in 2002, this U.S. law requires every Federal agency to implement information security programs, including significant reporting on compliance and accreditation. Which of the following is the best choice for this definition?
- AFISMA
- BHIPAA
- CNIST 800-53
- DOSSTM
3Brad has done some research and determined a certain set of systems on his network fail once every ten years. The purchase price for each of these systems is $1200. Additionally, Brad discovers the administrators on staff, who earn $50 an hour, estimate five hours to replace a machine. Five employees, earning $25 an hour, depend on each system and will be completely unproductive while it is down. If you were to ask Brad for an ALE on these devices, what should he answer with?
- A$2075
- B$207.50
- C$120
- D$1200
4An ethical hacker is hired to test the security of a business network. The CEH is given no prior knowledge of the network and has a specific framework in which to work, defining boundaries, nondisclosure agreements, and the completion date. Which of the following is a true statement?
- AA white hat is attempting a black-box test.
- BA white hat is attempting a white-box test.
- CA black hat is attempting a black-box test.
- DA black hat is attempting a gray-box test.
5When an attack by a hacker is politically motivated, the hacker is said to be participating in which of the following?
- ABlack-hat hacking
- BGray-box attacks
- CGray-hat attacks
- DHactivism
6Two hackers attempt to crack a company’s network resource security. One is considered an ethical hacker, whereas the other is not. What distinguishes the ethical hacker from the “cracker”?
- AThe cracker always attempts white-box testing.
- BThe ethical hacker always attempts black-box testing.
- CThe cracker posts results to the Internet.
- DThe ethical hacker always obtains written permission before testing.
7In which stage of an ethical hack would the attacker actively apply tools and techniques to gather more in-depth information on the targets?
- AActive reconnaissance
- BScanning and enumeration
- CGaining access
- DPassive reconnaissance
8Which type of attack is generally conducted as an inside attacker with elevated privileges on the resources?
- AGray box
- BWhite box
- CBlack box
- DActive reconnaissance
9Which of the following Common Criteria processes refers to the system or product being tested?
- AST
- BPP
- CEAL
- DTOE
10Your company has a document that spells out exactly what employees are allowed to do on their computer systems. It also defines what is prohibited and what consequences await those who break the rules. A copy of this document is signed by all employees prior to their network access. Which of the following best describes this policy?
- AInformation Security Policy
- BSpecial Access Policy
- CInformation Audit Policy
- DNetwork Connection Policy
11Sally is a member of a pen test team newly hired to test a bank’s security. She begins searching for IP addresses the bank may own by searching public records on the Internet. She also looks up news articles and job postings to discover information that may be valuable. What phase of the pen test is Sally working?
- APreparation
- BAssessment
- CConclusion
- DReconnaissance
12Joe is a security engineer for a firm. His company downsizes, and Joe discovers he will be laid off within a short amount of time. Joe plants viruses and sets about destroying data and settings throughout the network, with no regard to being caught. Which type of hacker is Joe considered to be?
- AHactivist
- BSuicide hacker
- CBlack hat
- DScript kiddie
13Elements of security include confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Which technique provides for integrity?
- AEncryption
- BUPS
- CHashing
- DPasswords
14Which of the following best describes an effort to identify systems that are critical for continuation of operation for the organization?
- ABCP
- BBIA
- CMTD
- DDRP
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