SNMP Versions
Baseline
QoS
6 Steps of Incident Response
100

What does SNMP stand for?

Simple Network Management Protocol

100

What is a network baseline?

A network baseline is a snapshot or reference point of normal network performance and behavior.

100

What does QoS stand for?

Quality of Service

100

What is the first step in the incident response process?

Preparation

200

Which SNMP version introduced encryption?

SNMP v3

200

Why is establishing a baseline important?

Establishing a baseline is important to detect anomalies, identify trends, and troubleshoot performance issues effectively.

200

Name one method used to implement QoS.

Classification and Marking, Differentiated Services (DiffServ), Integrated Services (IntServ), Traffic Shaping, Bandwidth Reservation, Congestion Avoidance, Traffic Policing


200

What is the purpose of the containment step?

 The containment step aims to limit the damage and prevent the incident from spreading further.


300

Describe a key difference between SNMP v1 and v3.

 SNMP v1 lacks robust security features, while SNMP v3 includes authentication and encryption for secure communication.


300

How often should a network baseline be reviewed?

A network baseline should be reviewed periodically, such as quarterly or whenever significant changes are made to the network.

300

Why is QoS important for VoIP applications?

QoS ensures low latency, minimal packet loss, and consistent bandwidth, which are critical for clear and uninterrupted voice communication in VoIP applications.


300

Describe the eradication step.

Eradication involves identifying the root cause of the incident, removing the threat, and ensuring the system is clean.

400

What are the security features of SNMP v3?

SNMP v3 offers authentication, encryption, and message integrity to ensure secure communication between devices.

400

What tools can be used to establish a network baseline?

Tools like Wireshark, SolarWinds, PRTG Network Monitor, or Nagios can be used to establish a network baseline.

400

Explain the difference between traffic shaping and traffic policing.

  • Traffic shaping delays packets to smooth traffic flows and stay within bandwidth limits.
  • Traffic policing drops or marks packets that exceed a specified rate, enforcing limits without delay.
400

Why is the lessons learned step important?

The lessons learned step helps improve future incident response by analyzing what worked well and what needs improvement.