Device Security: Anti-Malware, Firewalls, Patching, Physical Security, Safe Browsing. IT-FUNDAMENTALS-ITF-CERTIFICATION Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   What is the primary function of a firewall on a computer or network?

   • ATo encrypt all data stored on the hard drive
   • BTo manage user passwords and authentication
   • CTo filter network traffic based on a set of rules to block unauthorized access
   • DTo scan files for viruses and remove them
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2. 12application · easy

   An organization's IT policy requires that all workstations receive security updates within 48 hours of release. A user reports that their workstation has not received updates for two weeks. What is the most likely risk of this delay?

   • AThe workstation's firewall will stop working.
   • BThe anti-malware software will become outdated.
   • CThe workstation will lose all data.
   • DThe workstation is more vulnerable to known exploits that the updates would fix.
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4. 13application · easy

   A user downloads a free game from an untrusted website. After installation, the computer starts displaying unwanted ads and redirects the browser to suspicious sites. The user suspects malware. What is the most effective first step to remove the malware?

   • AUpdate the operating system to the latest version.
   • BUninstall the game from the Control Panel.
   • CDisable the browser extensions that are causing the redirects.
   • DRun a full system scan with the installed anti-malware software.
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5. 14foundation · easy

   Which of the following best describes how a firewall protects a device from unauthorized access?

   • AIt blocks all incoming and outgoing network traffic by default
   • BIt encrypts network traffic to ensure confidentiality
   • CIt scans the hard drive for malware and removes infections
   • DIt monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules
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6. 15foundation · easy

   Which method is commonly used by anti-malware software to identify known malicious programs?

   • AComparing file hashes against a database of known malware signatures
   • BBlocking all incoming connections to the computer
   • CAnalyzing network traffic for suspicious patterns
   • DEncrypting all files to prevent malware from executing
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