Week 1 Q's Flashcards
What does SOC stand for and what is its main purpose?
A) SOC stands for “System on a Chip” and its main purpose is to integrate all components of a computer or mobile device into a single chip.
B) SOC stands for “Security Operations Center” and its main purpose is to protect and monitor an organization’s network and systems.
C) SOC stands for “Systems Operations Center” and its main purpose is to manage and maintain an organization’s IT infrastructure.
D) SOC stands for “Safe Operating Control” and its main purpose is to ensure the safe operation of industrial equipment.
B
What are the key components of a SOC and what functions do they perform?
A) The key components of a SOC are Firewall, Intrusion Detection System and Antivirus software, and their functions are to protect against unauthorized access, detect and prevent cyber threats, and remove malware from the network.
B) The key components of a SOC are Event Management, Incident Response, and Compliance, and their functions are to manage and track security-related events, respond to and recover from security incidents, and ensure compliance with security regulations and standards.
C) The key components of a SOC are Network monitoring, Vulnerability scanning, and Data Loss Prevention and their functions are to monitor network traffic, identify and remediate vulnerabilities, and prevent unauthorized access or loss of sensitive data.
D) The key components of a SOC are Risk Assessment, Threat Intelligence, and Penetration Testing, and their functions are to evaluate the organization’s security risks, gather and analyze information on cyber threats, and simulate real-world attacks to test the organization’s security defenses.
B
How does a SOC help organizations protect against cybersecurity threats?
A) By providing a centralized location for security professionals to monitor and manage network and system security, analyze security-related data, and respond quickly to potential threats.
B) By providing a secure platform for the organization to store sensitive data and access it remotely.
C) By providing a software solution that automatically detects and removes malware from the network.
D) By providing a firewall that blocks all incoming traffic.
A
What are some common types of attacks that a SOC is designed to detect and prevent?
A) DDoS, Phishing, and Malware
B) SQL injection, Cross-site scripting and Man-in-the-middle
C) Buffer overflow, Race condition, and Stack overflow
D) Social engineering, Physical access and supply chain attack
A
What are the common methodologies used by SOC analysts to protect an organization from cyber threats?
A) Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning
B) Risk management and incident response
C) Network segmentation and access control
D) All of the above
D
How does a SOC differ from other security controls such as firewalls or intrusion detection systems?
A) SOC is a specific type of security control that only focuses on preventing unauthorized access to the network, while firewalls and intrusion detection systems have broader security functions.
B) SOC is a centralized security operations center that coordinates the use of multiple security controls, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems, to protect an organization from cyber threats.
C) SOC is a hardware-based solution, while firewalls and intrusion detection systems are software-based.
D) SOC is a physical security measure, while firewalls and intrusion detection systems are only for cyber security
B
How does a SOC work with incident response and incident management processes to respond to security incidents?
A) SOC is responsible for identifying and responding to incidents, while incident response and incident management processes are used to document and track incidents after they have occurred.
B) SOC and incident response and incident management processes are separate entities that have no communication or integration with each other.
C) SOC is responsible for identifying and assessing security incidents, and incident response and incident management processes are used to contain, eradicate and recover from the incident, as well as to document and report on it.
D) SOC is responsible for incident response and incident management processes, which includes identifying, assessing, containing, eradicating, recovering and documenting security incidents.
C
What are the most important considerations when designing and implementing a SOC?
A) Establishing incident response procedures
B) Building a strong security team
C) Implementing security technologies
D) All of the above
D
How do SOC staff need to be trained and what type of certifications are recommended for them?
A) Cybersecurity-specific training and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, and CEH
B) IT infrastructure and network-specific training and certifications such as CCNA and MCSE
C) Project management and business-specific training and certifications such as PMP and MBA
D) All of the above
A
What are the best practices for managing and maintaining a SOC over time?
A) Regularly reviewing and updating incident response procedures and playbooks
B) Continuously monitoring and analyzing security data and adjusting the SOC’s strategies accordingly
C) Regularly testing and evaluating the effectiveness of the SOC’s technologies and processes
D) All of the above
D
How can an organization determine if its SOC is effective, and how can it measure its performance?
A) Measuring the time it takes to detect and respond to security incidents
B) Monitoring the number of false positives and false negatives generated by security tools
C) Evaluating the impact of security incidents on the organization
D) All of the above
D
