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1 Endpoint Security Fundamentals Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 1 Endpoint Security Fundamentals, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions

True or false

1 point

True or false: If a device has a firewall, downloading an unfamiliar file is safe because the firewall makes the file trustworthy.

A
True
B
False

Choose one

1 point

A document from an unexpected email says you must enable macros before it will display. What is the safest response?

A
Enable the macros so the document can display, then scan it afterward.
B
Do not enable the macros unless the document and request are independently verified and authorized; report it if suspicious.
C
Forward the document to a coworker and ask them to enable the macros.
D
Disable the device's security protections temporarily so the document can open.

Fill in the blank

1 point

The process of checking who or what is requesting access is . Deciding what that authenticated identity is allowed to do is .

Fill in the blank

1 point

Malware that can encrypt a victim's files is called .

Written response

1 point

A program disguises itself as legitimate software while performing unauthorized, harmful actions. What broad threat category does it belong to?

Written response

1 point

A school user does routine work with a standard account and uses administrator access only for necessary, trusted maintenance. Which security principle does this apply?

Choose one

1 point

You receive an MFA prompt that you did not initiate. What should you do?

A
Approve it to check whether the account is working.
B
Deny it and report it through the approved process.
C
Share the one-time code with the person who contacted you.
D
Ignore it and disable MFA on the account.

Choose all

1 point

Select all actions that help reduce the risk from known software weaknesses on a personal device.

A
Install supported operating-system and application updates.
B
Keep using software that is no longer supported without changes.
C
Enable automatic updates when appropriate.
D
Replace software that is no longer supported.

True or false

1 point

True or false: Anti-malware software makes cautious behavior, software updates, backups, and access controls unnecessary.

A
True
B
False

Choose one

1 point

A pop-up asks for an administrator password to install an unfamiliar tool. What is the risk-reducing choice?

A
Enter the password because the pop-up asks for administrator access.
B
Temporarily disable the firewall so the installation can proceed.
C
Do not approve it; verify the software and need through a trusted source or IT.
D
Ask someone nearby to enter their administrator password instead.

Choose all

1 point

When hardening a personal device, which actions reduce unnecessary exposure? Select all that apply.

A
Disable a service that the device does not need.
B
Keep all services enabled in case they might be useful later.
C
Uninstall applications that are no longer needed.
D
Allow all network connections regardless of the device's purpose.

Open ended

1 point

You suspect a managed laptop has been compromised after a suspicious file was opened. Describe the immediate steps you should take and one action you should avoid.

True or false

1 point

True or false: Having a firewall enabled means you can safely trust an unfamiliar download.

A
True
B
False

Choose one

1 point

You receive an MFA prompt that you did not initiate while working on your device. What is the safest response?

A
Approve it so the sign-in attempt can be investigated afterward.
B
Deny it and report it through the approved process.
C
Share the one-time code with the person who contacted you.
D
Ignore it and assume the account is protected.

Written response

1 point

A user has signed in successfully, and the system now checks whether that user may install an application. What is this permission-checking process called?

Choose one

1 point

An unexpected message says an urgent account problem will occur unless you follow its link and enter your credentials. What should you do?

A
Open the link in a private browsing window to check its destination.
B
Reply to the sender asking whether the request is genuine.
C
Avoid the link and verify the request through a trusted channel.
D
Forward the message to a coworker and follow their guess.

Choose one

1 point

A student needs to browse the web and complete routine schoolwork, but does not need to change system settings. Which account practice best limits potential damage from a malicious program?

A
Use a standard account for everyday work and reserve administrator access for necessary, trusted changes.
B
Use an administrator account for everyday work so fewer prompts interrupt tasks.
C
Share one administrator account among users who need to install software.
D
Disable account controls while browsing, then re-enable them later.

Written response

1 point

What malware category can encrypt a victim’s files?

Choose one

1 point

A device’s browser and operating system have supported security updates available. Which action best addresses the risk of known software weaknesses?

A
Leave the software unchanged if the device has anti-malware protection.
B
Install supported updates and replace software that is no longer supported.
C
Disable automatic updates so changes can be postponed indefinitely.
D
Uninstall the firewall before updating the application.

Choose one

1 point

Which response combines safeguards to enable before a work laptop is stolen with follow-up actions after theft to reduce local data exposure and further account exposure?

A
Rely on the firewall alone, since it prevents access to files on a stolen device.
B
Change the laptop’s wallpaper remotely and wait to see whether it is returned.
C
Enable a strong lock-screen credential and full-disk encryption before theft; after theft, promptly report it and revoke account sessions.
D
Assume that an installed anti-malware tool prevents anyone from accessing stored files.