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IoT Security Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures

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Which of the following is NOT a common IoT security vulnerability?

  1. Weak passwords

  2. Unencrypted data transmission

  3. Lack of physical security

  4. Regular software updates


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Regular software updates are a countermeasure to IoT security vulnerabilities, not a vulnerability itself.

What is the primary purpose of an IoT security framework?

  1. To identify and mitigate IoT security vulnerabilities

  2. To connect IoT devices to the internet

  3. To collect and analyze IoT data

  4. To manage IoT devices remotely


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary purpose of an IoT security framework is to protect IoT devices and networks from security threats and vulnerabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a common countermeasure against IoT security vulnerabilities?

  1. Strong passwords

  2. Encrypted data transmission

  3. Physical security measures

  4. Neglecting regular software updates


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neglecting regular software updates is not a countermeasure against IoT security vulnerabilities, but rather a contributing factor.

What is the term for the unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of IoT data?

  1. IoT data breach

  2. IoT data leakage

  3. IoT data theft

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are terms used to describe the unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of IoT data.

Which of the following is NOT a type of IoT security attack?

  1. Malware attacks

  2. Phishing attacks

  3. Man-in-the-middle attacks

  4. Denial-of-service attacks


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Phishing attacks are not typically considered IoT security attacks, as they target users rather than devices.

What is the primary goal of an IoT botnet?

  1. To launch DDoS attacks

  2. To steal sensitive data

  3. To disrupt IoT services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IoT botnets can be used to launch DDoS attacks, steal sensitive data, disrupt IoT services, and more.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for securing IoT devices?

  1. Use strong passwords

  2. Keep software up to date

  3. Enable two-factor authentication

  4. Connect IoT devices to public Wi-Fi networks


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Connecting IoT devices to public Wi-Fi networks is not a recommended practice, as it can expose them to security risks.

What is the term for the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating IoT security risks?

  1. IoT risk assessment

  2. IoT security audit

  3. IoT vulnerability assessment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are terms used to describe the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating IoT security risks.

Which of the following is NOT a common IoT security standard?

  1. ISO/IEC 27001

  2. IEC 62443

  3. NIST SP 800-160

  4. IEEE 802.11


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IEEE 802.11 is a Wi-Fi standard, not an IoT security standard.

What is the primary purpose of an IoT security gateway?

  1. To protect IoT devices from unauthorized access

  2. To monitor IoT traffic for suspicious activity

  3. To enforce IoT security policies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IoT security gateways are designed to protect IoT devices from unauthorized access, monitor IoT traffic for suspicious activity, and enforce IoT security policies.

Which of the following is NOT a common IoT security threat?

  1. Malware

  2. Phishing

  3. DDoS attacks

  4. Software updates


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Software updates are not a common IoT security threat, but rather a countermeasure against them.

What is the term for the unauthorized modification of IoT device firmware?

  1. Firmware tampering

  2. Firmware hijacking

  3. Firmware injection

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are terms used to describe the unauthorized modification of IoT device firmware.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for securing IoT networks?

  1. Segment IoT networks from other networks

  2. Use strong encryption for IoT traffic

  3. Implement network access control lists (ACLs)

  4. Allow IoT devices to communicate with any device on the network


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Allowing IoT devices to communicate with any device on the network is not a recommended practice, as it can increase the risk of security breaches.

What is the term for the unauthorized access to IoT data?

  1. Data breach

  2. Data leakage

  3. Data theft

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are terms used to describe the unauthorized access to IoT data.

Which of the following is NOT a common IoT security regulation?

  1. GDPR

  2. NIST SP 800-160

  3. ISO/IEC 27001

  4. HIPAA


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

NIST SP 800-160 is a guideline, not a regulation.

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