CVA Network Infrastructure & Security Weaknesses

Question 1

What is the role of a firewall in network infrastructure?

Accepted Answer

Block unauthorized access while permitting legitimate communication

Answer

Accelerate internet speed.

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Manage domain registrations.

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Host websites.

Question 2

Which device connects multiple networks together?

Accepted Answer

Router

Answer

Switch.

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Repeater.

Answer

Hub.

Question 3

What is a common weakness found in wireless networks?

Accepted Answer

Weak or default passwords

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Strong encryption usage.

Answer

Frequent password changes.

Answer

Hidden SSID broadcasting.

Question 4

What can an open port on a network indicate?

Accepted Answer

Potential security risk

Answer

Improved bandwidth.

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Stronger encryption.

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Faster file sharing.

Question 5

What is the purpose of network segmentation?

Accepted Answer

Enhance security by isolating segments

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Increase traffic congestion.

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Reduce security by sharing resources.

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Make networks easier to attack.

Question 6

Which protocol is insecure and should be avoided when possible?

Accepted Answer

Telnet

Answer

SSH.

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HTTPS.

Answer

SFTP.

Question 7

What is network sniffing?

Accepted Answer

Capturing and analyzing network traffic

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Creating new networks.

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Boosting Wi-Fi signals.

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Blocking spam emails.

Question 8

Which vulnerability can arise from outdated firmware?

Accepted Answer

Exploitable vulnerabilities

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Improved system performance.

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Decreased energy consumption.

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Stronger device encryption.

Question 9

Why should unused services be disabled on a network device?

Accepted Answer

To reduce attack surface

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To increase device load.

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To slow down network performance.

Answer

To create vulnerabilities intentionally.