by alex
Step into the intriguing world of hacking, where digital fortresses are both built and breached. This quiz will challenge your understanding of cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and the various tools and techniques that define this shadowy domain. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a curious novice, these questions will test your knowledge and perhaps even teach you something new. Ready to prove your skills? Let’s get started!
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Hacker Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary purpose of a firewall in network security?
To monitor network traffic
To block unauthorized access
To encrypt data
To detect malware
2. Which of the following is a common method used by hackers to gain unauthorized access to a network?
Phishing
SEO
Data mining
Cloud computing
3. What does the acronym ‘DDoS’ stand for?
Distributed Denial of Service
Direct Data of Security
Digital Denial of Service
Distributed Data of Security
4. Which programming language is commonly used for writing exploits?
Python
Java
HTML
CSS
5. What is the main function of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
To provide secure internet access
To increase internet speed
To block ads
To manage network traffic
6. Which tool is widely used for network packet analysis?
Wireshark
Photoshop
Excel
Word
7. What is SQL injection?
A method to insert malicious code into a database query
A technique to encrypt SQL databases
A way to speed up SQL queries
A form of data backup
8. Which of the following is a common hashing algorithm?
SHA-256
AES
RSA
DES
9. What is the purpose of a honeypot in cybersecurity?
To attract and trap hackers
To speed up network performance
To encrypt sensitive data
To monitor employee activity
10. Which of the following is a type of malware that encrypts a user’s files and demands payment for the decryption key?
Ransomware
Spyware
Adware
Trojan
11. What is the main goal of social engineering attacks?
To manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information
To develop secure software
To create network firewalls
To improve system performance
12. Which of the following is a popular tool for penetration testing?
Metasploit
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
13. What does the term ‘zero-day’ refer to in cybersecurity?
A vulnerability that is unknown to the software vendor
A new type of antivirus software
A recently patched security flaw
A backup method
14. Which of the following is a technique used to protect against brute-force attacks?
Implementing account lockout mechanisms
Using short passwords
Disabling firewalls
Sharing passwords openly
15. What is the function of a rootkit?
To hide malicious activity on a system
To speed up system performance
To clean up temporary files
To monitor network traffic
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