Information Security

SSL was developed by Netscape Communications Corporation in 1994 to ensure secure transactions on the web. It became the standard for encrypted web communication before being succeeded by TLS.

Mishing (SMS phishing or voice phishing) is a fraud technique where scammers use mobile phone calls or text messages instead of emails to trick victims into revealing confidential information. The 'm' comes from mobile/SMS, distinguishing it from email-based phishing. The tactics are similar: creating urgency and impersonating legitimate entities.

Mishing (SMS phishing or voice phishing) is a fraud technique where scammers use mobile phone calls or text messages instead of emails to trick victims into revealing confidential information. The 'm' comes from mobile/SMS, distinguishing it from email-based phishing. The tactics are similar: creating urgency and impersonating legitimate entities.

Vishing is the correct term - it combines 'voice' and 'phishing'. This attack uses VoIP phone systems to deceive victims into revealing personal information, often by spoofing caller ID to appear as legitimate organizations. The other options are incorrect: 'wishing' is unrelated, 'Viking' refers to Norse seafarers, and 'Fishing' is the actual activity (the cybercrime is 'phishing' with a 'ph').

A Cryptex is a fictional portable vault with a cylindrical combination lock, introduced in Dan Brown's novel 'The Da Vinci Code.' The word is a portmanteau of 'cryptology' and 'codex' - it can only be opened with the correct password, and breaking it destroys the message inside.

Email spoofing is the practice of altering email header information to make the message appear to come from a known or trusted source. This is commonly used in phishing attacks and spam campaigns.

In HTTPS, the 's' stands for 'secure' - it indicates the connection is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols. While 'secured' or 'security' might seem logical, the standard abbreviation is simply 'secure'. 'Simple' is incorrect as HTTPS provides more security than HTTP.

Cavity viruses infect executable files by inserting their code into unused spaces (cavities) within the file, which means they don't change the file's overall size. This stealth technique helps avoid detection based on file size changes. The other options are either made-up terms or unrelated attacks (XSS Worm is a web vulnerability, not a file virus type).

A virus signature is a unique byte pattern or sequence of code that antivirus software uses to identify specific viruses. It's like a fingerprint that allows detection of known malware.

The TEMP project on dimensions serves two purposes: working around batch abends (option A) and testing source code not being changed for the current release (option C). Option B (any temporary tests) is too broad and unfocused. Options A and C together are the correct answer.

People are widely considered the weakest link in security because they can be manipulated, make mistakes, or bypass technical controls through social engineering. Even the most sophisticated security systems can be compromised through human error, phishing attacks, or credential sharing.

Hacking attempts can be categorized as accidental (unintentional access or exposure), ethical (authorized penetration testing and security research), or intentional (deliberate unauthorized access). This classification framework covers the full spectrum of hacking motivations and methods.

A script kiddie is an amateur who lacks technical expertise to develop their own hacking tools or exploits. Instead, they use pre-written scripts and programs created by skilled hackers to attack systems. The term emphasizes their lack of understanding and reliance on existing tools.

Web 2.0's community-driven, information-sharing model creates multiple security risks: the exposure of personal data on social platforms facilitates social engineering attacks, while rapid API development often prioritizes functionality over security, creating vulnerabilities in automated processes. Both factors significantly threaten information security.