Exam 28: Securing Computers

What tool is used to set security policies on an individual system?

Most Web sites today use _______________ to encrypt connections.

When you open or install new software, you must agree to abide by the use and sharing guidelines stipulated by the software copyright holder.This agreement is called the _______________ Agreement.

What is the difference between a virus and a worm?

A(n) _______________ is the code pattern of a known virus.

What term describes the process of cleaning up after a virus infection?

How does a computer determine who can or should access it, and once accessed, what that user can do?

How can rogue applications (rogue anti-malware) be avoided?

The term _______________ refers to any program or code that's designed to do something on a system or a network that the user does not want done.

List the four interlinked topics that should be considered when implementing access control.

What is spoofing?

Describe a smart card.

Which current authentication method is typically used over a LAN?

What is a piece of malicious software that gets passed from computer to computer by attaching itself to a program?

Following someone through the door is an example of _______________.

Access control is the process of implementing methods to ensure unauthorized users can't access your system.Two primary methods are physical security and _______________.

Unsolicited e-mail is more commonly known as _______________.

What type of virus attempts to change its signature to prevent detection by antivirus programs?

The authentication encryption used in Windows network operating systems is _______________.

What is a Trojan horse?