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Quiz: Security Threats - Why Networks Are Targeted

OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification

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Welcome to this quiz on Security Threats: Why Networks Are Targeted. Test your knowledge with 10 questions!

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What is the main reason networks are targeted by attackers?

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Which of the following are common reasons attackers target networks? (Select all that apply)

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A {{blank0}} attack aims to overload a network, making it unavailable to users.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Which method is used by attackers to intercept data being transmitted over a network?

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Which of the following can help prevent network attacks? (Select all that apply)

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An attacker might use {{blank0}} emails to trick users into revealing sensitive information.

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An attacker sends 500 packets per second to a server in a DoS attack. If the attack lasts 120 seconds, how many packets are sent in total?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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What is the purpose of encryption in network security?

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