Understand Common IoT Security and Privacy Threats. ITP-110 Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   What is the primary mechanism of a ransomware attack on an IoT device?

   • ASelf-replicating across the network to infect other devices
   • BDisguising itself as a legitimate update to gain access
   • CEncrypting the device's data and demanding payment for decryption
   • DRecording keystrokes to steal passwords
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2. 7foundation · easy

   How can social engineering compromise an IoT system?

   • ABy intercepting wireless signals
   • BBy exploiting a buffer overflow in the device firmware
   • CBy tricking an employee into revealing network credentials or installing malware
   • DBy flooding the network with traffic
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4. 8foundation · easy

   How can phishing be delivered in an IoT context?

   • ABy exploiting a network vulnerability
   • BBy jamming wireless signals
   • CBy physically accessing the device
   • DThrough emails or messages that trick users into clicking malicious links or providing credentials
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5. 9application · medium

   A user tries to access the web interface of their smart thermostat by typing the correct URL. However, they are redirected to a fake login page that looks identical to the real one, and their credentials are stolen. Which attack is this?

   • AShoulder surfing
   • BSpoofing
   • CPharming
   • DPhishing
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6. 10expert · medium

   A smart building uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons to control access to rooms. An attacker uses a device that impersonates a legitimate beacon, causing the access control system to grant entry to unauthorized personnel. Which attack is this?

   • ASpoofing
   • BDenial-of-service (DoS)
   • CPharming
   • DMan-in-the-middle (MITM)
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