Authentication
My password is what factor of authentication?
What I know
What is required for a virus to spread?
Host program OR Human interaction
On a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 at the bottom and 4 at the top, what setting do Standard users get in UAC?
Level 4, top level
This command will display your IP address and the gateway.
ipconfig
If my computer does not start properly, this is the first option I should use to begin troubleshooting my problem.
Boot logging
Receiving a text message is what factor of authentication?
What I have
What term characterizes how a worm spreads?
self replicating
On a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 at the bottom and 4 at the top, what setting do Administrators get in UAC?
Level 3
This is how long it takes for Group Policies to update automatically.
90 minutes
This should be the SECOND startup option used if my computer does not properly start up.
safe mode
When I look at my phone, it automatically unlocks. What factor of authentication is this?
Who I am or Biometrics
Malware the encrypts a user's data for profit.
Ransomware
On a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 at the bottom and 4 at the top, what happens if you set UAC to level 1.
It is turned off
If I want to see what organizational units I belong to I can type this command.
gpresult
If my computer has been started in safe mode, it should be obvious. Name one sign that my computer is in safe mode.
Safe mode in all 4 corners. Build number at top of screen. Black background/no picture on desktop.
I enter my password and the website sends me a text message. What type of authentication is this?
2FA or MFA
Malware that tracks what I do and sends the info to someone else without my permission.
Spyware
What does the "Dim my Desktop" feature of UAC do?
Prevents any computing until a response is given to the dialog box.
If I want to update my group policy settings immediately I can type gpupdate. What switch is typically added to make this command work better?
/force
If I am unable to successfully start in Safe Mode, what should be the next step?
Safe Mode with Command Prompt
If I don't remember my password and I have an email sent to reset my password is this 2FA? Why?
No. I am still authenticating with one factor - what I have instead of what I know.
Phishing, Tail gaiting, and shoulder surfing are all attacks that would be classified as what?
Social engineering
Fill in the blanks: UAC temporarily elevates a(n) ___ ___ to a(n) _____ ____ for a specific task.
Standard User Administrator (User)
If I suspect malware, but my malware checker says I don't have any, this command may be able to detect and fix the problem.
sfc or sfc /scannow
What is the main purpose of starting the computer in Safe Mode?
To access the file created during boot logging.