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4 Authentication and Basic Security Controls Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 4 Authentication and Basic Security Controls, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
Written response
1 point

What is the minimum password length stated for a password used as a single authentication factor? Enter the value in characters.

02
Written response
1 point

Name one phishing-resistant authentication option that the material recommends preferring when available.

03
Fill in the blank
1 point

Software updates often fix security that attackers could exploit.

04
Fill in the blank
1 point

To check that a backup will be useful in recovery, test that you can files from it.

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: Keeping a firewall enabled means a device no longer needs software updates or careful handling of links and files.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
True or false
1 point

True or false: A person can still be tricked by phishing into entering an MFA code on a fraudulent website.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

07
True or false
1 point

True or false: Using two different passwords for an account counts as multifactor authentication.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

08
Choose one
1 point

Which sign-in method combines two different authentication factor types?

  1. A

    A password and a second password

  2. B

    A password and a code from an authenticator app

  3. C

    A fingerprint scan and a face scan

  4. D

    A PIN and a security question

09
Choose one
1 point

A device installs a security update and asks to restart. What should its user do so the update can take effect?

  1. A

    Disable automatic updates so the device can keep running

  2. B

    Ignore restart requests because the update is already downloaded

  3. C

    Restart the device when required

  4. D

    Uninstall the update before restarting

10
Choose one
1 point

You suspect that a password for one service has been exposed, and you know you reused it elsewhere. Which response best follows secure credential guidance?

  1. A

    Keep the password until there is proof that someone used it

  2. B

    Change it on the affected service and anywhere it was reused, then review recovery options and unfamiliar sessions

  3. C

    Change it only on the affected service, even if the same password is used elsewhere

  4. D

    Send the password to support so they can check whether it was exposed

11
Choose one
1 point

An unfamiliar app will not connect while your device firewall is on. What is the safest next step?

  1. A

    Turn off the firewall permanently so the app can connect

  2. B

    Allow every network connection requested by the app

  3. C

    Keep the firewall enabled and ask trusted support to check the specific setting

  4. D

    Disable the firewall and updates until the app works

12
Choose all
1 point

You receive an unexpected login prompt and a message urging you to use its link to secure your account. Select all safe actions.

  1. A

    Decline the unexpected login prompt

  2. B

    Approve the prompt if the message says the sign-in is urgent

  3. C

    Open the service using its known app or address

  4. D

    Reply to the message with your password to verify your account

13
Choose all
1 point

Which practices help make backups useful and more resilient to ransomware? Select all correct choices.

  1. A

    Back up important files regularly

  2. B

    Keep every backup connected and writable from the device being backed up

  3. C

    Keep a copy disconnected or otherwise protected from the device

  4. D

    Test that files can be restored

14
Open ended
1 point

Explain why keeping software updated, leaving a firewall enabled, and maintaining backups are complementary security practices rather than substitutes for one another. Describe the distinct role each can play.

15
Choose one
1 point

A sign-in requires a password and a code from an authenticator app. Which factor types does this combination use?

  1. A

    Something you know and something you have

  2. B

    Two things you know

  3. C

    Something you have and something you are

  4. D

    Two things you have

16
Choose one
1 point

A device reports that an operating-system update is ready and requires a restart to take effect. What is the best response?

  1. A

    Wait until a security problem appears before installing the update.

  2. B

    Install the update promptly and restart the device if required.

  3. C

    Install only browser updates; other software updates are optional.

  4. D

    Download the update but avoid restarting so the device remains available.

17
Choose one
1 point

You are setting up backups for important files on a computer that could be targeted by ransomware. Which plan best supports recovery if the computer and accessible files are damaged?

  1. A

    Keep the only backup on the device being backed up.

  2. B

    Keep all backups connected to the device so they update continuously.

  3. C

    Store a backup separately, keep at least one copy disconnected or otherwise protected, and test restoring files.

  4. D

    Back up files only after the device has been infected.

18
Written response
1 point

A service uses a password as its only authentication factor. According to the guidance in the material, what is the minimum password length, in characters?

19
Choose one
1 point

An unfamiliar app cannot connect while your firewall is on. What should you do?

  1. A

    Turn off the firewall because it is blocking the app.

  2. B

    Disable the firewall temporarily and leave it off if the app works.

  3. C

    Ignore the firewall and change unrelated security settings.

  4. D

    Keep the firewall enabled and ask trusted support to check the specific setting.

20
Written response
1 point

Name one phishing-resistant sign-in option identified in the material.